Shortcut Filipino-Style Ensaymada Especial

May 23, 2023May 23, 20230 4

Shortcut Filipino-Style Ensaymada Especial Recipe

by The Chefin Bakery

Prep

5 min

Cook

7 min

Ready In

12 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1 hawaiian sweet roll ( King 's brand )
	1 tablespoon spreadable butter
	1 tablespoon granulated sugar , to taste
	1 tablespoon mild cheddar cheese , shredded
	1 teaspoon of diced ham , prepackaged

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

750

Sugar

25g

Fat

30g

The Filipino-Style Ensaymada Especial is a popular pastry in the Philippines, a version of a traditional Spanish ensaimada brought to the country during the colonial period. It has evolved to have sweetened toppings such as sugar, raisins, and cheese. Traditionally, ensaymada is a bread eaten for breakfast with hot chocolate or coffee, but this shorter version is ideal as a snack or light meal. This shortcut Ensaymada is made with easy-to-find ingredients that most people already have in their pantry, making it easy to whip up whenever the craving strikes.

Instructions

1.	Preheat oven to 350°F.
2.	Slice the hawaiian sweet roll in half, and spread each side with a thin layer of butter
3.	Sprinkle sugar, cheddar cheese, and diced ham onto the top of each sliced roll.
4.	Bake for 5-7 minutes, or until cheese melts and starts to golden. Serve warm.

PROS

This Filipino-Style Ensaymada Especial is a quick, easy, and affordable snack that can be enjoyed at any time of the day.
The combination of sweet roll, buttery spread, melted cheese and savory ham is absolutely delicious and addictive.

CONS

This food is not suitable for people who are lactose intolerant due to the presence of cheese.
Also, it is a high-calorie food due to its high-fat content.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this snack does not have any specific health benefits, it can be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet. The sweetness from the sugar can help satisfy cravings while the protein from the cheese and ham can provide energy and satiety.