Pan Dulce Recipe

Indulge in the irresistible aroma and taste of authentic Pan Dulce, a delightful Spanish egg bread! This recipe guides you through creating soft, fluffy rolls, perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a sweet treat. The subtly sweet dough, enriched with eggs and butter, is braided into charming rolls and baked to golden perfection. Get ready to experience a taste of Spain in your kitchen!

Prep Time 60 mins
Cook Time 205 mins
Calories 3609.6 kcal
Protein 165g
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Ingredients for Pan Dulce

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How to Make Pan Dulce

  1. In a large bowl, combine the warm milk, yeast, egg, and 1 teaspoon of sugar. Let stand for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
  2. Cover the yeast mixture and let rise in a warm place until light and bubbly (about 30-45 minutes).
  3. Gently stir down the yeast mixture.
  4. In a separate bowl, cream together the softened butter and ¾ cup of sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg yolks until well combined.
  5. Gradually add the creamed butter mixture to the yeast sponge, along with the salt and 2 cups of flour. Beat until well combined.
  6. Gradually add the remaining flour, 1 cup at a time, until a soft dough forms. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 5-7 minutes, until smooth and elastic.
  7. Place the dough in a lightly buttered bowl, turning to coat. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let rise in a warm place until doubled in size (about 1-1.5 hours).
  8. Punch down the dough to release the air. Divide the dough into 12 equal pieces.
  9. Shape each piece of dough into a small rope, then braid three ropes together to form a roll. Repeat with the remaining dough.
  10. Place the braided rolls onto lightly greased baking sheets, leaving some space between them.
  11. Cover the rolls loosely with plastic wrap and let rise again until almost doubled (about 30-45 minutes).
  12. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  13. Brush the rolls with heavy cream and sprinkle generously with granulated sugar or anise sugar.
  14. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the rolls are golden brown and sound hollow when tapped on the bottom.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

130 g

Sugar

458g

Fat

372g

Carbs

170g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Pan Dulce?

Pan Dulce takes about 265 minutes from start to finish — roughly 60 minutes to prepare and 205 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Pan Dulce?

Pan Dulce has approximately 3609.6 calories per serving, with about 165 g protein, 170 g carbohydrates and 209 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Pan Dulce?

The key ingredients for Pan Dulce are Milk, Yeast, Sugar, Flour, Butter, Egg Yolks. See the full list with measurements above.

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