Day of the Dead Bread ( Pan De Muerto)

Jun 05, 2023June 5, 20230 1
Delicious Day of the Dead Bread (Pan De Muerto) Recipe for Celebrating Dia de Muertos
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Prep

60 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

105 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

4 1/2 cups flour
1 package dry yeast ( about 2 teaspoons )
6 eggs
6 egg yolks
3/4 cup sugar
1/4 cup orange blossom water
7 ounces butter ( not tub or spread product ) or 7 ounces margarine ( not tub or spread product )
2 teaspoons cinnamon
1 1/2 cups confectioners ' sugar
1 -2 tablespoon milk
candy sprinkles

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
10
Calories
557
Sugar
24g
Fat
18g
Day of the Dead Bread or Pan De Muerto is a delicious bread associated with one of the popular Mexican festivals known as ''Dia de Muertos'' or ''Day of the Dead.'' This bread is typically enjoyed and given as an offering to the deceased loved ones. Native to the states of Mexico, this bread is often prepared using sweet, enriches dough that is brought to life with a hint of orange blossom water. This Day of the Dead Bread also has a deeper meaning, symbolizing the circle of life and death.

Instructions

1.In a large bowl, mix 4 cups of flour, yeast, eggs, egg yolks, sugar, orange blossom water, and mix well.
2.Knead in softened butter or margarine to the mixture and form a dough ball.
3.Knead the dough on a floured surface until it's soft and elastic.
4.Put the dough into a greased bowl and cover it up to rest for an hour until it rises.
5.Preheat the oven to 350^F.
6.Combine the remaining half cup of flour, 2 teaspoons of cinnamon, and sprinkle the mixture evenly on top of the risen ball of dough.
7.Use your hands to roll bits of the dough into bone-like shapes and arrange on top of the dough so it resembles a skull or the crown.
8.Bake for 45 minutes or till the bread reaches a golden-brown colour. Once cooked, place it on a cooling rack to cool for 15 minutes.
9.Combine powdered sugar and milk, top the bread while it's still hot, and sprinkle candy sprinkles on top.
10.Enjoy your Day of the Dead Bread (Pan de Muerto)!
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PROS

Day of the Dead Bread (Pan De Muerto) is traditional Mexican bread that is often enjoyed during the Day of the Dead celebration.
Its unique skull or crown-like decor makes it the perfect centerpiece for this special holiday.

CONS

The bread has a high calorie and high-fat content.
Therefore, it should be consumed in moderation.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The Orange Blossom Water used in the recipe, has the potential to help relieve insomnia and anxiety. Furthermore, it could also help aid intestinal problems such as an upset stomach or constipation. Also, the butter in the recipe provides energy and vital vitamins A, D, E, and K to your body as well as helps nourish your skin.

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