Conchas (Mexican Sweet Bread)

May 25, 2023May 25, 20230 2
Authentic Conchas (Mexican Sweet Bread) recipe for your sweet cravings
in Bakery

Prep

30 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

50 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 1/2 teaspoons yeast
1/2 cup warm water
1/2 cup evaporated milk
3/8 cup white sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1/3 cup butter or margarine , melted
1 egg
4 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2/3 cup white sugar
1/2 cup butter or margarine
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
388
Sugar
18g
Fat
17g
Conchas are a staple food in Mexican bakeries and homes. They are a classic breakfast or morning snack baked good in Mexico. These sweet bread are known for their signature scalloped topping, which is made to look like seashells, from which the bread gets its name. Conchas are lightly sweetened and flavored with cinnamon. The scalloped topping is a mixture of sugar, cinnamon, butter, and flour. This is what makes conchas unique and a delight for those who enjoy sweet things. When you bite into one of these fluffy bread, you get a slightly sweet and buttery flavor with a crispy sugary exterior that makes it irresistible.

Instructions

1.In a small bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water and set aside.
2.In a large bowl, mix together evaporated milk, 3/8 cup sugar, salt, melted butter or margarine, and egg.
3.Add 2 cups of flour and mix until smooth.
4.Mix in yeast mixture and remaining 2 cups of flour.
5.Knead dough on a lightly floured surface for around 5 minutes or until smooth and elastic.
6.Place dough in a greased bowl, cover and let it rest for around 15 minutes.
7.In a separate bowl, combine 2/3 cup sugar, 1 cup flour, ground cinnamon, and vanilla extract.
8.Mix in 1/2 cup butter or margarine until the mixture resembles fine crumbs.
9.Divide dough into 12 equal pieces and shape them into balls.
10.Place them on a greased baking sheet with enough space for them to rise.
11.Press each ball of dough flat and cover them with the sugar-cinnamon mixture.
12.Let the dough rise again for another 15 minutes.
13.Preheat the oven to 350°F and bake the conchas for around 15-20 minutes or until they are golden brown on the bottom.

PROS

Conchas are a traditional Mexican sweet bread that is perfect for breakfast or a snack.

These fluffy, mildly sweet bread are topped with a sugary and buttery cinnamon crunch.

CONS

These bread have a high-calorie count due to the large amount of sugar and butter used.

Conchas are not suitable for those who are lactose intolerant or allergic to eggs.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This recipe is not particularly healthy, but it can be enjoyed in moderation as an occasional treat.
The cinnamon used in this recipe has been linked to supporting the immune system, reducing inflammation, and improving blood sugar control.

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