The soft and sweet Spanish Ensaimada

lard

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable shortening

Coconut oil provides a healthier fat alternative.

almond paste

🥗Healthier: marzipan

💰Cheaper: peanut butter

Marzipan offers a similar texture and flavor.

Combine 300 grams bread flour, 50 grams sugar, and 3 grams salt in a bowl.

Add 5 grams instant dry yeast to the mixture.

Add 50 milliliters water and mix well.

Break in 1 egg and mix thoroughly before adding more water if needed.

Knead the dough for about 15 minutes until smooth and elastic.

Leave the dough in a warm place to double in size.

Punch down the dough and roll it out into a rectangular shape.

Use a bit of oil to stretch the dough thinly.

Spread caramel filling over the stretched dough.

Roll the dough tightly and tuck the ends underneath.

Place the rolled dough on a baking tray lined with baking paper and let it rise again until doubled in size.

Brush the top with a mixture of 1 egg yolk and 1 tablespoon of milk.

Preheat the oven to 180°C (356°F) and bake for 20-30 minutes until golden brown.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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Allergens