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Two soft and buttery Filipino ensaymadas stacked on a wooden plate, generously topped with creamy butter and shredded cheese.

Cheesy Ensaymada


  • Author: Chef Clara
  • Total Time: 3 hrs 55 min
  • Yield: 16 ensaymadas 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Soft, buttery Filipino brioche topped with butter and grated cheese. A pillowy, rich, and indulgent treat perfect for breakfast or a snack!


Ingredients

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For the dough:

  • 1 cup warm milk
  • ½ cup sugar
  • ½ cup shortening
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 2 tsp active dry yeast
  • 2 eggs
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour

For the topping:

 

  • ½ cup softened butter
  • ½ cup powdered sugar
  • 1 cup grated cheese (Edam or cheddar)

Instructions

  • Make the dough: Mix warm milk, sugar, shortening, and salt until shortening melts. Let cool to lukewarm.
  • Dissolve yeast in ¼ cup warm water; let sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
  • Add half of the flour to the milk mixture, then add bloomed yeast. Mix for 3-5 minutes.
  • Add eggs and remaining flour; mix for 3 more minutes. Dough will be sticky.
  • Cover and let rise in a warm place for 2-3 hours until doubled in size.
  • Shape: Transfer dough to a floured surface. Roll into a log and divide into 16 pieces.
  • Flatten each piece, brush with butter, roll into a log, and coil into a spiral. Tuck the end underneath.
  • Place in greased molds or on parchment-lined trays. Let rise for 30-60 minutes.
  • Bake: Preheat oven to 300°F (150°C). Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden.
  • Top: While warm, brush with butter, sprinkle with powdered sugar, and top with grated cheese.

Notes

  • Use butter instead of shortening for a richer flavor.
  • For a sweeter version, add more powdered sugar.
  • Prep Time: 3 hrs 30 min (including rise time)
  • Cook Time: 25 min
  • Category: Bread & Pastries
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Filipino