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Pan de Yema

Cultural Context

Originating from the Mexican state of Puebla, Pan de Yema is a traditional sweet bread often enjoyed during festive occasions and holidays, particularly during Día de los Muertos. This bread symbolizes the richness of Mexican baking, with its soft texture and sweet flavor making it a beloved treat. Today, variations of Pan de Yema can be found across Mexico and beyond, often adapted to local tastes and ingredients.

MexicanMXdessert
45 min
medium
12 servings
Servings4
300 g de harina
11 g de levadura seca
40 ml de leche tibia
1 cdita de vainilla
4 g de semilla de anís
80 g de azúcar
Pizca de sal
2 pz de huevo
3 yemas
85 g de mantequilla
c/n Ajonjolí

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil adds a unique flavor while reducing saturated fats.

egg yolks

🥗Healthier: flaxseed meal

💰Cheaper: whole eggs

Flaxseed meal provides a vegan option and is rich in omega-3s.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds natural sweetness and moisture.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is lactose-free and lower in calories.

1

Preheat the oven.

2

In a bowl, mix the warm milk with the dry yeast and let it activate.

3

In another bowl, combine the flour, sugar, anise seeds, and salt.

4

Add the eggs, egg yolks, vanilla (or cinnamon), and the activated yeast mixture to the dry ingredients.

5

Knead the dough until smooth, then incorporate the softened butter.

6

Let the dough rise until doubled in size.

7

Shape the dough into a loaf and place it in a baking pan.

8

Sprinkle sesame seeds on top before baking.

9

Bake until golden brown.

Cooking Techniques

mixingkneadingbaking

Equipment Needed

baking pan

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

glutendairyeggs

Also Known As

Yema BreadMexican Egg Bread
Local Name: Pan de Yema

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