Low Fat Ensaimada
Indulge in the guilt-free luxury of Low Fat Ensaimada, a delectable twist on a classic Filipino pastry that's perfect for health-conscious bakers. This lightened-up version combines fluffy, buttery dough with a reduced-fat cheddar cheese topping, all while cutting back on calories without sacrificing flavor. Crafted with skim milk, vegetable oil, and egg whites, this recipe employs expert kneading techniques to achieve the signature soft and airy texture of ensaimadas while maintaining a healthier edge. With just 15 minutes of baking after a careful rise-and-roll process, these lightly sweetened, cheesy pastries are ready to impress at breakfast, snack time, or as a special treat. Let the irresistible aroma and warm, melt-in-your-mouth goodness transport you to pastry paradise—now with less guilt!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 grams all-purpose flour
- 7 grams instant yeast
- 180 milliliters skim milk
- 50 grams sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 large egg
- 1 large egg white
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 30 milliliters vegetable oil
- 50 grams unsalted butter
- 30 grams caster sugar
- 50 grams reduced-fat cheddar cheese
Instructions
In a small saucepan, gently warm the skim milk until it is lukewarm. Avoid overheating.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, instant yeast, sugar, and salt. Mix well to ensure even distribution.
Make a well in the center and pour in the lukewarm milk, large egg, egg white, vanilla extract, and vegetable oil.
Using a wooden spoon or stand mixer fitted with a dough hook, mix until a dough begins to form.
Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes, or until it is smooth and elastic. If using a stand mixer, knead on medium speed for 6-8 minutes.
Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and allow it to rise in a warm, draft-free place for about 1 hour or until it has doubled in size.
Once doubled, gently deflate the dough and transfer it back to the floured surface.
Roll the dough into a large rectangle, approximately 1 cm thick.
Soften the unsalted butter and spread it evenly over the dough rectangle.
Sprinkle the caster sugar over the butter layer. Optionally, you can spread some of the grated reduced-fat cheddar cheese inside the roll for extra cheese flavor.
Starting from one of the longer sides, roll the dough tightly into a log.
Cut the log into 8 equal pieces and shape each piece into a coil, tucking the end under to secure.
Place each coil onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, leaving enough space between them.
Cover them with a towel and let them rise again for 30 minutes.
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
Bake the ensaimadas for 15 minutes or until golden brown.
Remove from the oven and immediately brush the tops lightly with softened butter.
Sprinkle the grated reduced-fat cheddar cheese over the top while still warm.
Let them cool slightly and serve warm or at room temperature.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2355 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 91.4 g | 117% | |
| Saturated Fat | 38.5 g | 192% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 19.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 372 mg | 124% | |
| Sodium | 2936 mg | 128% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 324.5 g | 118% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.2 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 90.8 g | ||
| Protein | 63.4 g | 127% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.7 mcg | 18% | |
| Calcium | 686 mg | 53% | |
| Iron | 15.7 mg | 87% | |
| Potassium | 892 mg | 19% | |
*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.
