how to make Filipino Spanish Bread

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil offers a healthier fat option.

condensed milk

🥗Healthier: evaporated milk

💰Cheaper: milk + sugar

Evaporated milk reduces sweetness and calories.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: none

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey provides natural sweetness with added flavor.

Combine warm milk and yeast in a bowl; let sit until frothy, about 5-10 minutes.

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

Add the yeast mixture, melted butter, and eggs to the dry ingredients; mix until a dough forms.

Knead the dough on a floured surface for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.

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

Punch down the dough and divide it into equal portions.

Roll each portion into a rectangle and spread with margarine and filling.

Roll tightly from one end to the other to form a log; pinch the ends to seal.

Place the rolls seam-side down on a baking sheet; cover and let rise for another 30-45 minutes.

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

Brush the tops with egg wash and sprinkle with bread crumbs.

Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.

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