Ensaimadas (Mallorca bread) / إنسيمادا إسبانية ناجحة 💯 / Bite It

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.

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

Dissolve yeast in warm water and let sit until frothy.

Add the yeast mixture to the flour mixture along with eggs and milk.

Knead the dough until smooth and elastic, about 10 minutes.

Cover the dough and let it rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1-2 hours.

Roll out the dough into a large rectangle on a floured surface.

Spread lard evenly over the dough, then sprinkle with sugar and cinnamon.

Roll the dough tightly into a log, then coil the log into a spiral shape.

Place the ensaimadas on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Cover and let rise again for about 30 minutes.

Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).

Bake the ensaimadas until golden brown, about 20-25 minutes.

Remove from the oven and let cool slightly.

Dust with powdered sugar before serving.

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