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Filipino Spanish Bread Recipe

Filipino Spanish Bread Recipe: Soft, Sweet, and So Irresistible

Discover the delightful Filipino Spanish Bread recipe featuring a soft texture and sweet filling, perfect for sharing.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Rising Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 20 minutes
Servings: 16 pieces
Course: Snacks
Cuisine: Filipino
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour or bread flour for chewier texture
  • 0.5 cups white sugar or brown sugar for richer taste
  • 1 teaspoon salt essential for flavor
  • 0.75 cups lukewarm milk adjust based on flour type
  • 0.25 cups butter or margarine
  • 1 large egg use aquafaba (3 tablespoons) for vegan option
  • 1 packet instant yeast active dry yeast can substitute if proofed first
Filling
  • 0.75 cups butter adds richness
  • 1 cups bread crumbs fresh for best results
  • 2 tablespoons flour for thickening consistency
  • 0.5 cups water or milk for adjusting consistency
  • 0.25 cups brown sugar or white sugar
  • 1 pinch salt balances sweetness
Brushing and Breading
  • 1 tablespoon butter for brushing
  • 1 tablespoon milk or water for breading

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • saucepan
  • Baking sheet
  • Kitchen towel

Method
 

Dough Preparation
  1. Combine flour, sugar, and salt in a bowl. Add lukewarm milk, melted butter, and beaten egg. Stir until a sticky dough forms.
  2. Knead the dough on a greased surface for 10-12 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  3. Shape into a ball, place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 30-60 minutes.
Prepare Filling
  1. Melt butter in a saucepan over medium-low heat. Add breadcrumbs, flour, water or milk, brown sugar, and salt. Stir until thickened, about 5-7 minutes.
Forming the Bread
  1. Punch down the risen dough, divide into 16 portions, roll into triangles. Brush with butter, fill, and roll tightly.
  2. Seal ends with milk or water, coat with breadcrumbs, and let rise for another 20-30 minutes on a lined baking sheet.
Baking
  1. Preheat oven to 150°C (300°F). Bake for 20 minutes until golden brown, brushing with melted butter before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 210kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 3gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 300IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days or refrigerate for 5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months.

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