Ensaymada
Indulge in the delightful sweetness and buttery goodness of Ensaymada, a traditional Filipino favorite that’s perfect for breakfast or snack time. This soft, fluffy brioche-style bread is enriched with eggs and butter, creating a rich yet airy texture. Topped with creamy butter, a generous dusting of sugar, and a sprinkle of grated cheddar or Edam cheese, every bite delivers a harmonious blend of sweet and savory flavors. With a step-by-step process to ensure a perfectly risen dough, this recipe transforms simple ingredients into an irresistible treat. Perfect for sharing or savoring on your own, homemade Ensaymada brings bakery-quality elegance to your kitchen, making it a must-try for fans of sweet breads and international desserts.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams all-purpose flour
- 2 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 250 milliliters warm milk
- 100 grams sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 3 pieces large eggs
- 150 grams unsalted butter, softened
- 75 grams unsalted butter, room temperature (for topping)
- 50 grams sugar (for dusting)
- 100 grams grated cheese (cheddar or Edam)
Instructions
In a small bowl, dissolve the yeast in warm milk. Stir in one tablespoon of sugar. Let it rest for about 10 minutes, or until the mixture is frothy and bubbly.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, remaining sugar, and salt. Make a well in the center and add the frothy yeast mixture and eggs.
Mix the ingredients together until they form a sticky dough. Transfer the dough onto a floured surface, and knead it until smooth and elastic, about 10 minutes.
Gradually add the softened butter to the dough while kneading, ensuring it is fully incorporated before adding more. Continue kneading for approximately 8-10 minutes, until you achieve a smooth, soft dough.
Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover it with a kitchen towel or plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for 1.5 to 2 hours, or until doubled in size.
Punch down the dough to release air, then divide it into 12 equal parts. Shape each portion into a ball, and then roll into a log or snail shape.
Arrange shaped dough pieces onto a greased or parchment-lined baking tray, leaving space between each piece. Cover them loosely with plastic wrap and let them rise for another 45 minutes to 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Brush the top of each risen dough with melted butter, and bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until golden brown.
Remove the ensaymadas from the oven and let them cool slightly on a wire rack.
To decorate, spread a thin layer of room temperature butter over the warm rolls, then generously dust with sugar and sprinkle with grated cheese.
Serve warm or at room temperature. Enjoy your delicious homemade ensaymada!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
406 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 20.1 g | 26% | |
| Saturated Fat | 12.2 g | 61% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 98 mg | 33% | |
| Sodium | 244 mg | 11% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 47.2 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.3 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 14.0 g | ||
| Protein | 9.1 g | 18% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.8 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 102 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 2.0 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 108 mg | 2% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
