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Ube Pandesal (Purple Yam Bread Rolls) recipe by Safe Plated

Ube Pandesal (Purple Yam Bread Rolls)

Soft and slightly sweet Filipino bread rolls infused with the vibrant flavor and color of ube (purple yam).

50m12 servings
Contains wheatDAIRY-freeEGG-free
220 cal|5g protein|40g carbs|5g fat|2g fiber

Ingredients

  • 4 cups All-purpose flour
  • 2 1/4 tsp Instant dry yeast
  • 1/4 cup Sugar
  • 1 tsp Salt
  • 1/4 cup Vegan butter, melted
  • 1/2 cup Ube halaya (purple yam jam)
  • 1 1/4 cups Warm water
  • 1/2 cup Breadcrumbs

Original measure retained: its cup/spoon or fluid-volume standard is unspecified.

Instructions

  1. 1In a large bowl, combine flour, yeast, sugar, and salt.
  2. 2Add melted vegan butter, ube halaya, and warm water. Mix until a shaggy dough forms.
  3. 3Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes, or until smooth and elastic.
  4. 4Place the dough in a greased bowl, turning to coat. Cover and let rise in a warm place for 1-1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
  5. 5Punch down the dough and divide it into 12 equal pieces.
  6. 6Roll each piece into a log, then roll in breadcrumbs.
  7. 7Place the rolls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Cover and let rise for another 30 minutes.
  8. 8Preheat oven to 175°C. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.
  9. 9Let cool slightly before serving.

Substitutions

Butter → Vegan butter or coconut oil(avoids Dairy)

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