Description
These soft and sweet Pan de Leche buns are a timeless treat perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 and 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
- 1 and 1/4 cup warm milk
- 4 and 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/3 cup vegetable oil
- 2 large eggs
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup cornstarch
- 1 cup milk
- 300 ml condensed milk
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 2 tbsp milk
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, sprinkle the active dry yeast over the warm milk and let it stand for about 5 minutes until it becomes foamy.
- Add the lightly beaten eggs, sugar, vegetable oil, and salt to the yeast mixture. Stir gently with a wooden spoon until well combined.
- Gradually add 4 cups of flour, one cup at a time. Stir well after each addition. Add enough of the remaining flour until you form a soft, shaggy mass.
- Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead until smooth and elastic, about 8-10 minutes. Shape into a ball and let rise in a covered bowl for 1 to 1 and 1/2 hours.
- In a saucepan, combine cornstarch and 1 cup of milk, stirring until smooth. Add condensed milk and cook over medium heat until thickened, about 3-4 minutes. Stir in vanilla and let cool.
- Once the dough has risen, deflate it and divide into 14 equal portions. Flatten each into an oval shape and spoon filling into the upper third.
- Fold the upper part of the dough over the filling, pinching edges to seal. Create slits on the lower portion and fold over the filling.
- Arrange the buns on a lined baking pan, cover, and let rise for about an hour until puffy.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Brush tops with milk and bake for 18-22 minutes until lightly golden.
- Optional: Sprinkle with powdered sugar for extra sweetness.
Notes
- Prep Time: 60 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bun
- Calories: 280 kcal
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 200 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 6 g
- Cholesterol: 30 mg
Keywords: Pan Leche, Buns, Sweet Buns, Mexican Dessert