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Authentic Soft Classic Pandesal with Water Roux/Filipino Bread

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Pandesal

Cultural Context

Pandesal, a staple in Filipino households, originated during the Spanish colonial period. Traditionally enjoyed at breakfast with coffee or as a sandwich, these slightly sweet rolls embody the Filipino spirit of hospitality. Today, they are loved not only in the Philippines but also in Filipino communities worldwide, often filled with various ingredients, from cheese to meats, showcasing their versatility.

FilipinoPHbreakfast
90 min
medium
12 servings
Servings4
1 cup Warm Milk (110°F- 115°F/ 43°C-46°C)
1/2 cup White Sugar (for the Bread Flour)
1 tbsp White Sugar (for Yeast Mixture)
1 1/4 tsp Salt
1/4 cup Shortening
1 tbsp Active Dry Yeast
2 Large Eggs
4 1/2 cup Bread Flour
1/2 cup Bread Crumbs
1 -2 tbsp Cooking Oil for the Bowl and Working on the Dough
1/2 cup Water Roux

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: bread flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil offers a tropical flavor and is dairy-free.

1

Mix warm water and yeast with 1 tbsp of sugar; let sit until frothy.

2

Combine bread flour, 1/2 cup sugar, and salt in a large mixing bowl.

3

Add the yeast mixture, warm milk, shortening, and eggs to the dry ingredients; mix until a dough forms.

4

Knead the dough on a floured surface until smooth and elastic.

5

Place the dough in a greased bowl with cooking oil, cover, and let rise until doubled in size.

6

Punch down the risen dough and divide it into equal portions.

7

Flatten each portion and shape into a ball.

8

Roll each ball in bread crumbs and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

9

Cover the balls and let rise again until puffy.

10

Preheat the oven and bake until golden brown.

Cooking Techniques

mixingkneadingrisingbaking

Equipment Needed

mixing bowlbaking sheetparchment paperkitchen towel

Spice Level:

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Allergens

glutendairyeggs

Also Known As

PandesalFilipino Bread Rolls

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