Conchas Blancas Mexican Sweet Bread

Jun 02, 2023June 2, 20230 1
Conchas Blancas Mexican Sweet Bread
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Prep

30 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

55 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 tablespoon yeast
2 teaspoons yeast
1 1/4 cups milk , scalded
3/4 cup sugar
4 cups flour
1 cup butter , soft
2 teaspoons salt
3 eggs
2 cups flour
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
2 cups powdered sugar
1/2 cup butter , soft
1 teaspoon vanilla
2 teaspoons cinnamon
3 tablespoons cocoa ( optional )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
390
Sugar
28g
Fat
16g
Conchas Blancas are a type of Mexican sweet bread that translates to 'white seashells.' This bread has a soft and delicate texture, and a unique pattern on top that is reminiscent of a seashell. This bread is often enjoyed as a breakfast dish or as a dessert. Conchas Blancas can be found at most Mexican bakeries, and they are a staple in Mexican households, especially during celebrations and holidays. The dough is enriched with milk, butter, and eggs, and the tops are coated with a sweet sugary mixture made with powdered sugar, cinnamon, and butter. Conchas Blancas are fun to make and perfect for sharing with family and friends.

Instructions

1.In a small bowl, dissolve 1 tablespoon of yeast and 2 teaspoons of yeast in scalded milk.
2.Add sugar and 4 cups of flour to the yeast mixture and mix well.
3.Incorporate 1 cup of soft butter, salt, and eggs.
4.Gradually add 2 cups of flour and baking powder until the dough is smooth.
5.Knead the dough and let it rest for about 20 minutes.
6.Divide the dough into balls and let them rest for another 15 minutes.
7.In another bowl, mix powdered sugar, 1/2 cup of soft butter, vanilla, cinnamon, and cocoa (optional).
8.On each dough ball, put a spoonful of the sugar mixture and use a knife to make a pattern on top.
9.Let the conchas rest for another 20 minutes.
10.Preheat the oven to 375°F and bake the bread for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.

PROS

The soft texture and sweet flavor make this bread a perfect dessert or breakfast dish.

Its unique pattern on top is a crowd-pleaser.

CONS

Due to the high amount of butter and sugar, this bread is not recommended for a daily consumption as it can be high in calories and sugar.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Although Conchas Blancas are not a health food, they contain milk and eggs, which provide essential nutrients such as protein, calcium, and vitamin D.
The use of cinnamon in this recipe has been linked to promoting heart health and reducing inflammation.

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