Ube Cheese Pandesal has been trending lately so I thought of making one. I cannot count how many times I have made the traditionalPandesalso making this is not actually not hard at all.
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I used my famous Pandesal recipe and just added McCormick Ube extract which I highly recommend because of it's real ube flavor. And of course cheddar cheese in the middle is perfect for this delicious bread.
This bread is super soft and fluffy. To successfully make it, please make sure that you follow all the steps, read my articles on Perfectly Activated Yeast and How to Bake Bread with Success". Try my recipe and let me know by leaving comment below. Enjoy!
UBE CHEESE PANDESALIngredients:
- 3 1/4 cups all purpose flour or more
- 1/4 cup lukewarm water
- 1 pouch or 2 1/4 tsp rapid rise yeast
- 1/2 tbsp sugar
- 1 egg, beaten, room temperature
- 1 cup evaporated milk
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
- 3 1/2 tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp ube flavor extract
- extra flour for kneading
- cheddar cheese, cubed
- plain bread crumbs for coating
- Add yeast and 1/2 tbsp sugar in warm water (110-115°F). Stir to dissolve and let stand for 10 minutes. Set aside. Click here for procedure & tips for a successful yeast.
- While waiting for yeast to bubble, place milk, butter, sugar, and salt into a microwave-safe bowl/cup or saucepan.
- Microwave for around 1 minute or heat over low heat on the stove. (Mixture should NOT be over 115°F or feels hot to the touch, you’ll need to let it sit a few minutes to cool down.)
- In a mixing bowl, combine 2 cups flour, egg and yeast mixture. Mix on level 2 with dough hook to combine.
- Once the milk mixture has cooled enough, add it to the flour/egg/yeast mixture.
- Add the ube extract.
- Continuing on speed 2, gently add another 1 1/4 cup of flour then add 1 tbsp at a time (if needed.) Continue mixing until a dough is formed and clean sides of bowl.
- Form the dough into a ball and transfer the dough to a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth or food wrap and let it rise in a warm place for at least an hour.
- After rising, punch down the dough to release air packets and transfer onto a lightly floured surface or baking mat.
- Use a dough slicer to divide the dough into 2 equal parts.
- Roll each part until it forms into a log. Cut each log into equal pieces.
- Take 1 piece of dough, flatten with your fingers then add the cheese in the middle. Gather edges to seal and form small dough balls, coat with bread crumbs and place on baking sheet or in a well-greased pan or lined with parchment paper. (ugly side down).
- Cover the tray or pan with a damp cloth or food wrap and let it rise for at least 20-30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes.
- Serve immediately.
Enjoy! Please scroll down to read my tips for you.
Notes:
If mixer is not available, follow all the steps but use a large bowl to mix the ingredients and knead the dough by hand on a floured surface.
Oven temperature varies, please check before the set time, say in 15 minutes. Please read my article about "How to Bake Bread with Success".
UBE CHEESE PANDESALPrep time: 00:60
Cook time: 00:20
Servings
Unit System
Main Ingredients
- 3 1/4 cups all-purpose flour or more
- 1/4 cup lukewarm water
- 1 tsp pouch or 2 1/4 rapid rise yeast
- 1/2 tbsp sugar
- 1 egg, beaten, room temperature
- 1 cup evaporated milk
- 3 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
- 3 1/2 tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 tbsp ube flavor extract
- extra flour for kneading
- cheddar cheese, cubed
- plain bread crumbs for coating
Recipe Steps
- Dissolve yeast in warm water (110-115°F). Stir to dissolve and let stand for 10 minutes. Set aside.
- While waiting for yeast to bubble, place milk, butter, sugar, and salt into a microwave-safe bowl/cup or saucepan. Microwave for around 1 minute or heat over low heat on the stove. (Mixture should NOT be over 115°F or feels hot to the touch, you’ll need to let it sit a few minutes to cool down.)
- In a mixing bowl, combine 2 cups flour, egg, and yeast mixture. Mix on level 2 with a dough hook to combine.
- Once the milk mixture has cooled enough, add it to the flour/egg/yeast mixture. Add the ube extract.
- Continuing on speed 2, gently add another 1 1/4 cup of flour then add 1 tbsp at a time (if needed.) Continue mixing until a dough is formed and clean sides of bowl.
- Form the dough into a ball and transfer the dough to a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth or food wrap and let it rise in a warm place for at least an hour.
- After rising, punch down the dough and transfer onto a lightly floured surface or baking mat. Use a dough slicer to divide the dough into 2 equal parts.
- Roll each part until it forms into a log. Cut each log into equal pieces. Take 1 piece of dough, flatten with your fingers then add the cheese in the middle. Gather edges to seal and form small dough balls, coat with bread crumbs and place on baking sheet or in a well-greased pan or lined with parchment paper. (ugly side down).
- Cover the tray or pan with a damp cloth or food wrap and let it rise for at least 20-30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.
- Bake for 18-20 minutes.
This recipe and image sources are referred in website: Pinoycookingrecipes.com.Thanks so much!
FAQs
By Jasmine Briones. Jan 21, 2022, Updated May 12, 2023. This post may contain affiliate links.
Why is my pandesal so hard? ›
Why is the crust on my pandesal so hard? Your bread should be fluffy on the inside and slightly crusty on the outside, but the crust should not be rock hard. If your crust is too hard, it could be the result of under kneading your bread. Make sure your dough is completely smooth after kneading.
What is special about pandesal? ›
Filipino pandesal, which means salt bread in Spanish, is reminiscent of the American-style dinner roll but it leans more sweet than savory, with a pillowy interior and a golden, sandy exterior dusted with breadcrumbs.
How many calories are in ube cheese pandesal? ›
Other sizes: 1 serving - 240kcal, 100 g - 342kcal, more... Other sizes: 1 roll - 138kcal, 1 serving - 138kcal, more...
What does ube mean in Filipino? ›
The word ube (pronounced "ooo-bay") comes from the yam's name in Tagalog, the national language of the Philippines. (In the Philippines, it is also called ubi; when sold in seed catalogs in the United States for growing at home it is sometimes called "winged yam").
Is ube from Japan or Philippines? ›
"In my culture, it is commonly made into a jam called ube halaya, then added to foods like Halo-Halo [a shaved ice dessert]." Though ube is originally native to the Philippines, it's recently become an international sensation for its unique color and sweet, starchy flavor.
What to eat with pandesal? ›
Pandesal is best when served hot and freshly baked from the oven. Many enjoy eating pandesal dipped into hot coffee in the morning for breakfast. It can also be enjoyed with butter, cheese, jam, or as a sandwich, and enjoyed as a snack any time of the day.
How do bakeries make bread so soft? ›
How Do Bakeries Achieve That Perfect Softness?
- Consistency: Bakeries often use machines to ensure consistent kneading and proofing times. ...
- Special Ingredients: Many bakeries use dough conditioners or enhancers, which improve the texture and extend the bread's shelf life.
These products are only baked with fresh ingredients; therefore, they only have a short room temperature shelf life of around 4-5 days. However, their life can be extended by up to a month if they are tightly-sealed and stored in the freezer.
How do Filipinos eat pandesal? ›
A freshly baked pandesal is great on its own, but Filipinos most commonly eat it dipped in coffee or hot chocolate, filled with breakfast staples like Spam and eggs, or topped with rich spreads like peanut butter, coconut jam, or kesong puti (fresh farmer's cheese).
Pandesal is the most popular local bread in the Philippines.
What is the national bread of the Philippines? ›
The pan de sal
Pan de sal, literally translated as salt bread, is the national bread of the Philippines and while we think we're all initiated with it, there are as many pan de sal varieties as there is adobo.
Does Pandesal have a lot of sugar? ›
Variants. Some pandesal in supermarkets and some bakeries are less crusty and lighter in color. These also tend to have more sugar than the traditional pandesal, which only has 1.75% sugar. On Siargao Island, famous as a surfing spot, an oval-shaped version is locally known as "pan de surf" as it resembles a surfboard.
Is Pandesal good for diet? ›
Healthy and still very tasty, Gardenia Whole Wheat Pandesal is made from cracked whole wheat that has vitamins which act as antioxidants protecting the body from free radicals. It is also a good source of calcium and fiber for your digestive health.
Is ube high in fat? ›
Ube is a naturally low-fat and cholesterol-free food. A single 3.5-ounce serving packs a punch with around 120 calories, 27 grams of carbohydrates (including 4 grams of dietary fiber), and a gram of protein.
What do you call ube in English? ›
Dioscorea alata – also called purple yam, ube (/ˈuːbɛ, -beɪ/), or greater yam, among many other names – is a species of yam (a tuber).
What is the English name for ube food? ›
Dioscorea alata is a species of yam commonly referred to as purple yam, ube, violet yam, or water yam. This tuberous root vegetable originates from Southeast Asia and is often confused with taro root. An indigenous staple of the Philippines, it's now cultivated and enjoyed worldwide.
What is ube flavor in English? ›
What Does Ube Taste Like? The distinct ube flavor is slightly nutty with a hint of vanilla. It has a coconut-like aroma that lends itself well to dessert items. Ube is most often boiled, mashed, and mixed with condensed milk to bring out its sweetness.
What is pandesal English? ›
Pandesal, also known as Pan de sal (Spanish: pan de sal, lit. "salt bread") is a staple bread roll in the Philippines commonly eaten for breakfast. It is made of flour, yeast, sugar, oil, and salt.
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