Cuban Bread (Pan Cubano)

Jun 07, 2023June 7, 20230 14

Authentic Cuban Bread (Pan Cubano) to enjoy with your favorite meal

by The Chefin Bread

Prep

20 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

2 hours

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	4 cups unbleached all-purpose flour
	4 teaspoons sugar
	2 teaspoons salt
	2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
	4 tablespoons butter or 3 tablespoons fresh lard , cut into small pieces
	1 1/4 cups water

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

169

Sugar

Fat

Cuban bread, or Pan Cubano, is a traditional bread recipe made in Cuba and other Latin American countries. It is a simple, yeast-based bread that is famous for its crispy crust, soft interior, and buttery flavor. Cuban bread is often served alongside meals like Cuban sandwiches or enjoyed on its own with some butter or jam. It is a staple in Cuban cuisine and is essential to many of their most popular dishes.

Instructions

1.	In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, salt, and yeast.
2.	Add in the butter or lard and mix until well combined.
3.	Gradually pour in the water while mixing until the dough comes together.
4.	Knead the dough for 10 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
5.	Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover it, and let it rise for 1 hour or until it has doubled in size.
6.	Punch down the dough and divide it into two equal pieces.
7.	Shape each piece into a tight round and place them on a baking sheet.
8.	Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rise for another 30 minutes.
9.	Preheat the oven to 400°F.
10.	With a sharp knife, make three slashes on the top of each bread loaf.
11.	Bake the bread for 25-30 minutes or until it is golden brown on the outside.
12.	Remove the bread from the oven and let it cool on a wire rack before serving.

PROS

Cuban bread is crispy on the outside, soft on the inside, and has a delicious buttery taste.

It is perfect for making sandwiches or serving alongside soups or stews.

CONS

As with any bread, Cuban bread is high in carbohydrates and should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

It is also not suitable for people following a gluten-free diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While Cuban bread is not particularly healthy, it can be enjoyed as part of a balanced diet.
Bread is a good source of carbohydrates, which provide energy for the body.
It also contains some minerals like iron and selenium.