mallorcan ensaimadas

Ingredients

• Servings: 15
• 5 tablespoons lukewarm milk
• 1 1/2 teaspoons active dry yeast
• 2 cups bread flour
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 cup white sugar
• 1 egg
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Recipe

Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 10 mins Ready Time: 1 hr 25 mins


• in a small bowl, mix together the yeast and milk. in a large bowl, stir together the bread flour, salt and sugar. make a well in the center, and pour in the yeast mixture. cover with a light dusting of flour, and let stand for about 15 minutes, until frothy.
• stir together the egg and oil, and pour into the bowl with the flour. mix until the dough comes together then turn out a floured surface, and knead until smooth, about 5 minutes. place in a greased bowl, and cover. let stand for about 20 minutes to relax.
• preheat the oven to 375 degrees f (190 degrees c). divide the dough into 15 pieces. roll each piece into a 12 inch long rope. roll the ropes into a spiral shape, and place on an ungreased baking sheet.
• bake for 10 minutes in the preheated oven, or until golden brown.