Pan de Leche (sweet rolls)

Ingredients:

1 cup warm milk

1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted

1 large egg

2 teaspoons instant yeast

3¼ cups all-purpose flour

1/4 cup white sugar ( can add up to 1/2c. for sweeter rolls)

1 teaspoon salt

1 egg +2 tbsps milk to brush on rolls before baking

vegetable oil for coating the bowl

3 tbsps melted butter to top rolls

Instructions:

In a large bowl Mix warm milk, melted butter and an egg. add in the yeast and whisk,add in the sugar and salt make sure its mixed well.

Whisk in flour until it forms a dough, cover bowl with plastic wrap and let rest 20 minutes before kneading. Remove from bowl and knead for 7 minutes until smooth & elastic.

Form a ball and place back in an oiled bowl cover with plastic wrap about an hour or until it doubles in size.

Remove from bowl and divide the dough into 12 even sized balls(may do smaller size and get 18 rolls).

Shape the dough into rolls tucking the ends down and then rubbing them to seal.

Roll them on the countertop to make smooth.

Place rolls onto a 12 x 18 inch baking sheet.

Cover the sheet with plastic wrap and allow to rest 30 minutes.

Brush egg wash on top of rolls before baking.

Bake in a preheated oven at 350 degrees for 15-18 minutes.

Brush melted butter on top of rolls while still warm.

Enjoy !!

Nutrition Information:

YIELDS: 12 | SERVING SIZE: 1

Frequently Asked Questions:

Can I use active dry yeast instead of instant yeast in this Pan de Leche recipe?

Yes, you can substitute active dry yeast for instant yeast.

However, you may need to activate it in warm liquid before adding it to the other ingredients.

Follow the package instructions for active dry yeast for the best results.

How long does it take for the dough to double in size during the first rise?

The dough usually takes about an hour to double in size during the first rise.

However, the exact time may vary depending on factors like room temperature.

Keep an eye on it, and wait until it has visibly doubled.

Can I make smaller rolls with this recipe?

Yes, you can divide the dough into smaller portions to make more rolls.

If you prefer smaller-sized rolls, you may get around 18 rolls instead of 12.

Is it necessary to let the rolls rest for 30 minutes before baking?

Allowing the rolls to rest for 30 minutes before baking helps them rise a bit more and enhances their texture.

It’s recommended for achieving soft and fluffy sweet rolls.

Can I freeze these Pan de Leche rolls for later?

Yes, you can freeze these rolls.

After baking and cooling, store them in an airtight container or a freezer bag.

When ready to eat, thaw at room temperature or reheat in the oven for a few minutes.