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.
Who invented the ube cheese pandesal? ›
Kimmy Bakes Bakeshop in Cavite is often credited as THE ORIGINAL ube cheese pandesal that started this craze a few years ago. By now, many bakeshops throughout the Philippines sell their own version of this colorful bread.
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.
How to reheat ube pandesal? ›
Ube pandesal with cheese stays soft for days after baking. Leftovers can be stored in a tightly covered container at room temperature for up to two days or in the refrigerator for up to one week. To reheat in the oven, arrange the rolls in a baking dish and bake in a 350 F oven for 5 to 7 minutes until warm.
What is the difference between taro and ube? ›
Ube is actually a purple yam. that originated from the Philippines, while taro. is a root that's enjoyed in many different continents. Ube and taro are often confused for each other. because of their rich purple color in many desserts, but taro is naturally white.
What is the difference between ube and purple sweet potato? ›
Ube vs Purple Sweet Potato
The difference between ube and purple sweet potato is that ube is a yam instead of a sweet potato. This means that the skin of the ube is rough and bark-like instead of thin and smooth like that of the purple sweet potato.
Why is ube so expensive? ›
Due to dwindling local production and the need to meet export demands, ube flavoring and color has become common in the Asian country. Scarcity in supply of the crop has also resulted in high prices.
Why do Filipinos love ube? ›
Ube (Purple Yam): A Historical Staple
In Filipino culture, ube is not just a food but also a symbol of Filipino resilience and adaptability.
Why is ube so good? ›
Purple yams are an incredibly nutritious starchy root vegetable. Their powerful antioxidants may help reduce your blood pressure and blood sugar levels. They are tasty and versatile with a vibrant color, making them an exciting ingredient that can be used in a variety of sweet and savory dishes.
How do bakeries make bread so soft? ›
Consistency: Bakeries often use machines to ensure consistent kneading and proofing times. This consistency is key to producing the same soft texture batch after batch. Special Ingredients: Many bakeries use dough conditioners or enhancers, which improve the texture and extend the bread's shelf life.
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.
Is pandesal healthy? ›
HEALTH BENEFITS OF PAN DE SAL: Pan de sal has 4 grams of protein, 25 grams of carbohydrates, 1 gram fiber, and 3 grams of fat. Pandesal also has iron, which is necessary for developing hemoglobin, for carrying oxygen in the blood. This is helpful for people with anemia and pregnant women.
What to eat ube pandesal with? ›
The ube flavour here is very subtle so it's still the pandesal you love and that you can enjoy with coffee and eggs at breakfast or warm milk at merienda.
Should pandesal be refrigerated? ›
The pandesal keeps for 3 days at room temperature. If you can't finish them within 3 days, FREEZE! Then take out the night before or an hour before eating.
How many days does pandesal last? ›
Make-Ahead and Storage. Baked pandesal can be stored in an airtight container for up to 4 days at room temperature. To reheat pandesal, preheat oven to 350°F (177°C). Transfer pandesal to a baking sheet and reheat until hot, about 5 minutes.
What is ube in English called? ›
Ube is Tagalog – the national language of the Philippines – for the purple yam native to Southeast Asia that has since been naturalized in South America, Africa, Australia, and the southeastern United States. It is also known as the “winged” or “water” yam in English.
What is the English flavor of ube? ›
Purple sweet potatoes have a more smooth purple-colored skin and lilac-colored flesh. Anthocyanins, which are powerful antioxidants, are responsible for the purple color of both ingredients. Even though ube and purple sweet potatoes share a sweet, earthy taste, ube has a distinctively nuttier, vanilla-like flavor.
What is pandesal in 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.
What does ube mean in Filipino? ›
Ube, meaning tuber in Tagalog, is a purple yam originally from the Philippines. Different than the purple sweet potato, it has an even sweeter, more mellow taste than its orange relative.
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