Sugar-Free Ensaymada Bread
Indulge guilt-free with this Sugar-Free Ensaymada Bread recipe, a healthier twist on the beloved Filipino pastry. Soft, fluffy, and irresistibly buttery, this ensaymada eliminates refined sugar, using erythritol as a sweetener without compromising its classic sweet-savory flavor. Perfectly golden and topped with sugar-free butter and grated cheese, these rolls are a treat for any occasion—breakfast, snack, or dessert. With simple pantry staples and easy-to-follow steps, including an hour-long rise for optimal fluffiness, this recipe is a must-try for anyone looking to enjoy the traditional charm of ensaymada in a sugar-free version. A delightful option for those on sugar-conscious diets or simply seeking better-for-you baked goods!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Warm milk
- 1/3 cup Erythritol sweetener
- 2.25 teaspoons Instant yeast
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1/4 cup Unsalted butter, softened
- 2 pieces Large egg
- 1/2 cup Sugar-free butter or margarine
- 1/2 cup Grated cheese (sugar-free)
- as needed Olive oil or cooking spray
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 cups of all-purpose flour, instant yeast, and erythritol sweetener. Mix thoroughly.
In a separate bowl, combine warm milk, salt, softened butter, and 2 beaten eggs. Mix these wet ingredients until homogenized.
Gradually pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients. Mix using a sturdy spoon or stand mixer with a dough hook until combined.
Add the remaining cup of flour gradually while mixing until a soft dough forms. Knead the dough for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic. If the dough is too sticky, add a little more flour, 1 tablespoon at a time.
Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover it with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until it doubles in size.
Once the dough has risen, punch it down to release the air. Divide the dough into 12 equal pieces and shape them into rolls.
Flatten each roll into a rectangular shape, apply a thin layer of softened sugar-free butter or margarine, and sprinkle with grated cheese.
Roll each rectangle into a log, then coil it into a round shape, tucking the end underneath.
Place the coiled dough on a prepared baking tray lined with parchment paper. Cover with a towel and let rise again for about 30 minutes.
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
Once risen, bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until lightly golden brown.
Remove from the oven and let cool slightly. Brush with additional melted sugar-free butter and top with more grated cheese.
Serve warm and enjoy your sugar-free ensaymada!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3464 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 211.5 g | 271% | |
| Saturated Fat | 123.9 g | 620% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 882 mg | 294% | |
| Sodium | 4157 mg | 181% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 373.7 g | 136% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.8 g | 42% | |
| Total Sugars | 13.5 g | ||
| Protein | 91.2 g | 182% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.1 mcg | 26% | |
| Calcium | 1282 mg | 99% | |
| Iron | 19.3 mg | 107% | |
| Potassium | 1067 mg | 23% | |
*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.
