Rosca Navideña de Panama - Panamenian Christmas Bagel

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil adds a unique flavor and is dairy-free.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey offers natural sweetness with a hint of flavor.

eggs

🥗Healthier: flaxseed meal

💰Cheaper: egg substitute

Flaxseed is a vegan alternative that binds well.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is lower in calories and adds a nutty flavor.

Activate yeast in warm milk until bubbly, about 5-10 minutes.

Mix flour, sugar, salt, and cinnamon in a large bowl.

Create a well in the center and add activated yeast, eggs, and melted butter.

Stir until a dough forms, then knead on a floured surface for 8-10 minutes until smooth.

Incorporate orange zest and vanilla extract, kneading until combined.

Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1-2 hours.

Punch down the dough and shape it into a ring, placing a hidden figurine inside.

Place the ring on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper and let rise again for 30-45 minutes.

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.

Cool on a wire rack before glazing with icing and decorating with candied fruit.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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