Conchas (Mexican Sweet Bread)

1. 1

   Gather all the ingredients.

2. 2

   To make the bread: Combine warm water and yeast in a large bowl; let sit until the yeast softens and forms a creamy foam, about 5 minutes.

3. 3

   Stir in 2 cups flour, milk, 3/8 cup sugar, 1/3 cup melted butter, egg, and salt until combined.

4. 4

   Gradually mix in the remaining 2 cups flour and 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon until the dough comes together.

5. 5

   Turn the dough out onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, 6 to 8 minutes. Place it in a large greased bowl; turn the dough to coat.

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   Cover; let the dough rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1 hour.

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   Meanwhile, make the topping: Beat 2/3 cup sugar and 1/2 cup butter in a medium bowl with an electric mixer until light and fluffy.

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   Stir in 1 cup flour until a thick paste forms.

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   Divide the paste in half; place each half in separate bowls. Stir 2 teaspoons cinnamon into one half and vanilla extract into the other half.

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    Divide the dough into 12 equal pieces; shape into balls and place them 3 inches apart on a greased cookie sheet.

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    Divide each topping paste into 6 balls; pat each one flat. Place the flattened topping circles on the dough balls, pressing down lightly. Cut grooves in the topping like a seashell using a knife.

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    Cover; let the dough balls rise until doubled in size, about 45 minutes.

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    Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).

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    Bake in the preheated oven until lightly golden brown, about 20 minutes.

• Calories 251.87 kcal Moderate
• Protein 5.54 g Moderate
• Carbs 40.11 g Moderate
• Total Fat 6.61 g Moderate
• Saturated Fat 4.01 g High
• Trans Fat 0.0 g Low Source
• Cholesterol 30.24 mg Moderate
• Sodium 24.41 mg Low Source
• Fiber 1.5 g Low Source
• Sugar 7.73 g Moderate
• Added Sugar 0.42 g Low Source
• Calcium 30.52 mg Low Source
• Iron 2.19 mg Moderate
• Potassium 33.5 mg Low Source
• Vitamin A 7.93 mcg_rae Low Source
• Vitamin C 0.0 mg Low Source
• Vitamin D 0.46 mcg Low Source

Values are per serving. Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.

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• Wheat 🌾
• Gluten