How to Make Pandesal - A Step-by-Step Guide

Pandesal is a delicious and popular bread roll in the Philippines. It is a staple in every Filipino household and is often eaten for breakfast or as a midday snack. The name "pandesal" comes from the Spanish word "pan de sal," which translates to "bread of salt," referring to its slightly salty taste. These soft and fluffy bread rolls are best enjoyed fresh out of the oven, with a hot cup of coffee or hot chocolate.

The ingredients for making pandesal are simple and easily accessible,...

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Ingredients

  • 1 ½ cups warm milk
  • ¾ cup white sugar, divided
  • 1 (.25-ounce) package active dry yeast
  • 4 cups bread flour
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • ¼ cup vegetable oil
  • 1 cup bread crumbs

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Additional Time: 1 hr 35 mins
  • Total Time: 2 hrs 20 mins
  • Servings: 16

  • Combine milk, 2 teaspoons sugar, and yeast in a large bowl; stir until sugar and yeast are fully dissolved, about 5 minutes.
  • Mix remaining sugar, flour, and salt together in a large bowl. Pour in milk mixture and vegetable oil. Mix until dough comes together.
  • Turn dough out onto a flat work surface. Knead until smooth. Shape into a ball and return to the bowl. Cover with a damp cloth and let rise until doubled, at least 1 hour.
  • Divide dough into 4 equal portions using a bench knife. Roll each portion into a log; slice diagonally into 1-inch pieces.
  • Pour bread crumbs onto a large plate. Roll each piece of dough in bread crumbs and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Let rise until puffy, 30 to 45 minutes.
  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
  • Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, 15 to 20 minutes.
  • Nutrition

    106 cal.

    • Total Fat: 4g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 2mg
    • Sodium: 350mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 16g
    • Dietary Fiber: 0g
    • Total Sugars: 11g
    • Protein: 2g
    • Calcium: 40mg
    • Iron: 0mg
    • Potassium: 57mg