Pan De Muertos-Bread of the Dead

Jun 04, 2023June 4, 20230 2
Pan De Muertos-Bread of the Dead Recipe
in Bakery

Prep

25 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

3 hrs

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

1 cup milk
1/2 cup butter
1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons sugar
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 tablespoon orange zest , finely grated
1 teaspoon anise seed
1 tablespoon active dry yeast
1/4 cup plus 1 teaspoon warm water
2 eggs
3 egg yolks
5 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
372
Sugar
18g
Fat
12g
Pan De Muertos-Bread of the Dead is a traditional sweet bread eaten during the Day of the Dead celebrations in Mexico. The holiday, which takes place on November 1st and 2nd, is a time to honor deceased loved ones and is marked by colorful parades, offerings to the dead, and traditional foods like Pan De Muertos. This bread is often placed on an altar along with other offerings, and it is believed that the spirits of loved ones are able to enjoy the aroma and essence of the bread. The bread is often formed into the shapes of bones or skulls, and is sweetened with sugar and spiced with anise and orange zest. It is a beloved and comforting treat, and is often enjoyed with a cup of hot chocolate or coffee.

Instructions

1.In a small saucepan, heat the milk until it just begins to steam, then remove from heat. Add in the butter and stir to combine. Once cooled to lukewarm, add in 2 tablespoons of sugar, the salt, orange zest, and anise seed, and stir to combine.
2.In a small bowl, dissolve the yeast into 1/4 cup of warm water and set aside.
3.In a large mixing bowl, beat the eggs and egg yolks together until light and frothy. Add in the yeast mixture and the milk mixture.
4.Gradually mix in the flour until a stiff dough forms, then turn out onto a lightly floured surface to knead. Knead the dough for 10-12 minutes or until smooth and elastic.
5.Place the dough into a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and leave to rise in a warm place until doubled in size.
6.Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C) and grease a baking sheet.
7.Punch down the dough, then divide into portions and place onto the greased baking sheet, forming into the traditional bone and skull shapes.
8.Brush with a beaten egg, then sprinkle with the remaining sugar.
9.Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through. Let cool before serving.

PROS

Pan De Muertos-Bread of the Dead is a traditional Mexican recipe served in honor of the dead during the Day of the Dead celebrations.
This sweet, buttery bread is lightly spiced with anise and citrus, and is a comforting and delicious treat.

CONS

This bread contains a high amount of sugar and fat, so it should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this bread is not particularly healthy, it can be enjoyed as an occasional treat in moderation. Anise seed has been linked to aiding digestion, while the orange zest provides vitamin C.

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