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Pan de Leche

Cultural Context

Originating in Ecuador, Pan de Leche is a beloved sweet bread often enjoyed at breakfast or as a snack. Its soft, fluffy texture and subtle sweetness make it a favorite among families, often served with coffee or hot chocolate. This bread reflects the rich culinary traditions of Ecuador, where bread-making is a cherished art. Today, variations can be found throughout Latin America, with each region adding its unique twist to this comforting classic.

EcuadorianECdessert
90 min
medium
12 servings
Servings4
140 g butter
160 g sugar
2 eggs
16 g yeast
200 ml milk
400 g flour

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil provides a dairy-free option while maintaining moisture.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is lower in calories, while water is a cost-effective substitute.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey offers natural sweetness, while brown sugar is often less expensive.

eggs

🥗Healthier: flaxseed meal

💰Cheaper: egg substitute

Flaxseed meal is a vegan alternative that binds ingredients.

1

Cream together 140 g of butter and 160 g of sugar.

2

Break in 2 eggs and mix lightly.

3

Add 16 g of yeast and give it a light mix.

4

Pour in 200 ml of milk and mix well.

5

Add 400 g of flour and mix until it forms a sticky dough ball.

6

Cover the dough with cling film and let it rise for 30 minutes.

7

Knead the dough slightly after it has risen.

8

Rub some oil on hands and surface, then knead the dough.

9

Take portions of the dough and shape them into little buns.

10

Leave the shaped buns to prove for about 15 minutes.

11

Preheat the oven to 200°C.

12

Bake the buns for 7 minutes, then take them out and brush with oil.

13

Return the buns to the oven for an additional 10 minutes.

Cooking Techniques

mixingkneadingrisingbaking

Equipment Needed

oven traycling film

Spice Level:

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Allergens

dairygluteneggs

Also Known As

Milk BreadLeche Bread

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