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Mallorcan Ensaimada


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  • Author: nevaeh-hall
  • Total Time: 185 minutes
  • Yield: 12 pieces 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

A delightful fluffy pastry from Mallorca, Spain, perfect for special occasions and brunch.


Ingredients

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  • 500g all-purpose flour
  • 200g granulated sugar
  • 25g fresh yeast
  • 300ml warm milk
  • 100g unsalted butter (melted)
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 tsp salt
  • Powdered sugar (for serving)

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, and salt.
  2. Add the fresh yeast to warm milk and let it activate for about 5 minutes.
  3. Pour the yeast mixture and melted butter into the flour mixture.
  4. Add the eggs and knead until the dough is smooth and elastic.
  5. Cover the bowl with a cloth and let the dough rise in a warm place until doubled in size (about 1 hour).
  6. Once risen, roll the dough into a rectangle and brush with melted butter.
  7. Roll the dough into a log and shape it into a spiral.
  8. Place each spiral onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  9. Let them rise again for another 30 minutes.
  10. Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 25 minutes, or until golden brown.
  11. Let cool slightly before dusting with powdered sugar and serving.

Notes

For variations, consider adding fillings like chocolate or almond paste, or dusting with cinnamon sugar.

  • Prep Time: 120 minutes
  • Cook Time: 25 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Spanish

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 piece
  • Calories: 180
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 200mg
  • Fat: 8g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 23g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 40mg