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Spanish Bread, known as pan español, is a classic Filipino bakery favorite that wins hearts with its soft texture and sweet filling. Despite its name, this bread does not originate from Spain but has become an icon of Filipino pastry, enjoyed as a snack or breakfast. Its slightly sweet dough, enriched with butter and eggs, is filled with a creamy mixture of breadcrumbs, sugar, butter, and condensed milk, creating a perfect flavor contrast.
Making bread at home lets you enjoy a fresh product without preservatives and customize the filling to your liking. This recipe is ideal for those seeking a soft, fluffy bread with a sweet touch, perfect to pair with coffee or hot chocolate. Although it requires rising time, the process is simple and rewarding, resulting in a golden, crispy exterior and a tender, aromatic interior.
Prep
180 min
Servings
12
Combine warm milk, sugar, and active dry yeast in a bowl. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and salt. Make a well and add yeast mixture, melted butter, vanilla extract, and eggs. Mix to form a dough.
Knead the dough on a floured surface until smooth and elastic.
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise for 1-2 hours until doubled in size.
Prepare the filling by combining breadcrumbs, sugar, softened butter, condensed milk, and vanilla extract. Mix well.
Punch down the risen dough and divide it into portions.
Roll each portion into an oval shape and spread the filling over the dough.
Roll the dough to form a log shape, sealing the edges.
Roll the filled dough in breadcrumbs for coating.
Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
Let the filled dough rise for an additional 20-30 minutes.
Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.
Allow Spanish bread to cool before serving.
This recipe has a medium difficulty level, which means it's accessible for cooks of all levels.
The preparation time is 180 minutes and the cooking time is minutes.
This recipe is designed for 12 servings.
Yes, many ingredients can be substituted with similar alternatives. We recommend checking the recipe variations.
Store the preparation in the refrigerator for up to 3 days in an airtight container. Some preparations can be frozen for up to 3 months.
