Traditional Mexican Bolillo Bread Recipe

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

Whole wheat flour is more nutritious.

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

Olive oil is a healthier fat option.

Activate yeast with 1 and 1/4 cups warm milk, 2 tablespoons sugar, and 2 tablespoons flour; let sit for 10-15 minutes until doubled in size.

In a bowl, combine 3 cups all-purpose flour and 1 teaspoon salt; mix well.

Add activated yeast mixture and 4 tablespoons melted unsalted butter to flour; mix until combined.

Knead dough for 12-15 minutes until it no longer sticks to the bowl or hands.

Shape dough into a ball and place in an oiled bowl; cover and let rise in a warm place for about 1 hour until doubled in size.

Transfer dough to a floured surface, lightly knead, and shape into an oval.

Cut dough into 10 equal pieces, shaping each into a 3-inch ball.

Place balls on a non-stick cookie sheet sprayed with cooking spray; cover with a towel and let rest for 25-30 minutes.

Make a small incision on top of each roll and spray with warm water.

Preheat oven to 425°F and place a baking dish with water on the bottom rack.

Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.

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