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Bollos Paraguayos

Cultural Context

Originating from Paraguay, Bollos Paraguayos are traditional corn cakes made with simple ingredients like corn flour and cheese. They are often enjoyed as a snack or side dish, reflecting the country's agricultural roots and love for corn-based foods. Today, they are cherished not only in Paraguay but also in neighboring countries, showcasing the versatility of corn in South American cuisine.

ParaguayanPYside
45 min
easy
12 servings
Servings4
1.02 kg (2 lb 4 oz) bread flour
450 ml (1 lb) Whole Milk (110 °F-115 °F)
30 g (1 oz) instant dry yeast
9 g (1-1/2 teaspoons) kosher salt
150 g (5-1/4 oz) granulated sugar
150 g (5-1/4 oz) unsalted butter, soft
150 g (5-1/4 oz / 3 large) eggs, room temperature
60 g (2 oz/ 2 large) egg yolks, room temperature
30 ml (2 tablespoons) Pure Vanilla Extract
200 g (1 cup) granulated sugar for coating

cheese

🥗Healthier: low-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: cottage cheese

Cottage cheese is more affordable and lower in fat.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Water is a cost-effective substitute.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Margarine is often less expensive.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Brown sugar can be a less expensive sweetener.

1

In a mixing bowl, combine bread flour, instant dry yeast, kosher salt, and granulated sugar.

2

In another bowl, whisk together eggs, egg yolks, whole milk, and softened butter until well combined.

3

Mix the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until a dough forms.

4

Knead the dough until smooth and elastic.

5

Let the dough rise until doubled in size.

6

Shape the dough into balls and place them on a baking sheet.

7

Let the shaped dough rise again before baking.

8

Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown.

9

Coat the warm doughnuts in granulated sugar.

Cooking Techniques

mixingbaking

Equipment Needed

mixing bowlstand mixerbaking sheet

Spice Level:

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Allergens

dairygluten

Also Known As

Paraguayan Corn Cakes

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