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Authentic Cuban Rolls Recipe

Craving the taste of Miami? Authentic Cuban bread, the star of the famous Cuban sandwich, is notoriously hard to find outside of South Florida. But now you can make it at home! This recipe offers three methods—manual, mixer, and bread machine—so you can choose the easiest way to bake these delicious rolls. These perfectly crusty and airy rolls will transport you straight to a Cuban cafe. Get ready to experience the ultimate flavor! Don't forget to check out our recipe for the perfect Cuban sandwich (recipe #320914) to complete the experience!

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 150 mins
Calories 193.2 kcal
Protein 9g
Rating 3.3 (8 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Authentic Cuban Rolls

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How to Make Authentic Cuban Rolls

  1. **Method 1: Manual Method**
  2. In a large bowl, combine warm water (105-115°F), sugar (1 tbsp), and yeast (2 1/4 tsp). Let stand for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
  3. Add flour (6 cups), salt (2 tsp), and oil (2 tbsp) to the yeast mixture. Mix until a shaggy dough forms.
  4. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes, until smooth and elastic.
  5. Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, turn to coat, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 1-1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
  6. Punch down the dough and divide it into 12 equal pieces.
  7. Shape each piece into a roll and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  8. Cover the rolls and let them rise for another 30-45 minutes.
  9. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  10. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
  11. Let cool completely on a wire rack before serving.
  12. **Method 2: Mixer Method**
  13. Follow steps 1-4 from the Manual Method, using a stand mixer with a dough hook attachment.
  14. Knead the dough with the mixer for 6-8 minutes, until smooth and elastic.
  15. Follow steps 5-10 from the Manual Method.
  16. **Method 3: Bread Machine Method**
  17. Place all ingredients in your bread machine according to the manufacturer's instructions. Select the dough cycle.
  18. Once the dough cycle is complete, shape the dough into 12 rolls, cover, and let rise for 30-45 minutes.
  19. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  20. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
  21. Let cool completely on a wire rack before serving.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

17 g

Sugar

6g

Fat

12g

Carbs

11g

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