Pan Dulces

Recipe View Warm the milk in a small saucepan over low heat until it just begins to bubble around the edges. Remove from heat and add the butter, stirring until melted. Pour the mixture into a large bowl and let it cool to lukewarm. (5 minutes)

Recipe View Sprinkle the yeast over the lukewarm milk mixture and let it sit for 5 minutes until foamy. Stir in 1/3 cup sugar and salt. Add the eggs and 2 cups of flour, mixing until well combined. Gradually add the remaining 3 cups of flour, 1/2 cup at a time, beating well after each addition until the dough comes together. (10 minutes)

Recipe View Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 8 minutes, or until smooth and elastic. Lightly oil a large bowl, place the dough in the bowl, and turn to coat. Cover with a damp cloth and let rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.

Recipe View Divide the dough into 16 equal pieces and form them into smooth rounds. Using a rolling pin, gently roll each round into an oval shape. Place the buns onto two lightly greased baking sheets. Cover with a damp cloth and let rise for another 40 minutes, or until doubled in size.

Recipe View Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). (10 minutes)

Recipe View While the bread is rising, prepare the topping: In a separate small bowl, combine 1/2 cup sugar, 2/3 cup flour, and softened butter. Use your fingertips to rub the ingredients together until a crumbly mixture forms. Stir in the egg yolks until well blended. (10 minutes)

Recipe View Crumble the topping evenly over the risen buns, ensuring the entire surface of each bun is covered. (5 minutes)

Recipe View Bake in the preheated oven for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the sugar topping is lightly golden brown and the buns are cooked through. (20 minutes)

Recipe View Let the Pan Dulces cool slightly on the baking sheets before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely. Enjoy!