| Prep: 20 mins | Cook: 30 mins – 35 mins | Difficulty: Medium | Serves: 6 |
| kcal | fat | saturates | carbs |
| 350 | 10g | 5g | 60g |
| sugars | fibre | protein | salt |
| 20g | 7g | 6g | 0.65g |
About Gluten-Free Pan Dulce
Welcome to the world of delicious bread-making without the gluten! We’re talking all about a scrumptious creation called Gluten-Free Pan Dulce. Known among Pan Dulce lovers for its distinctive sugary topping and fluffy texture, this bread can indeed be gluten-free and just as delightful to your palate. Our revolutionary Gluten-Free Pan Dulce recipe will surely leave you wondering why you ever needed wheat in your baked goods in the first place.
A Recipe Catered to Gluten-Free Needs
Gluten-free all purpose flour, almond flour, and coconut flour form the base of this recipe, with a touch of xanthan gum adding elasticity to the dough. Balanced with the right quantity of yeast, this bread maturation process is quite similar to that of a traditional wheat-based loaf. A blend of dairy or a dairy substitute, unsalted butter, and eggs account for the soft, moist crumb, while apple cider vinegar works to tenderize our gluten-free flours.
The Glory of Gluten-Free Pan Dulce
If you are familiar with Mexican sweet bread or Pan Dulce, you’ll find our Gluten-Free Pan Dulce to be reminiscent of this popular treat but tailored to suit gluten-intolerant diets. It’s perfect served at breakfast with a hot cup of coffee or as an afternoon snack. Alongside a savory dish such as Chiles Rellenos, Gluten-Free Pan Dulce can add a touch of sweetness and balance to your meal. Moreover, the festive colored sugar topping makes it a cheerful addition to holiday tables and celebrations.
Preparing our Gluten-Free Pan Dulce is an act of love – from carefully selecting and measuring ingredients to watching the dough take its form under your nurturing. Savor your kitchen’s transformation into a mini bakery, as the enticing aroma of freshly baked bread fills your home! Enjoy every bite of this gluten-free delight, knowing it’s handcrafted by you and catered precisely to meet your dietary needs.
What You’ll Need
- 2 cups gluten-free all purpose flour
- 1/2 cup almond flour
- 1/4 cup of coconut flour
- 1 tablespoon xanthan gum
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1 tablespoon active dry yeast
- 1/2 cup warm water
- 1/2 cup milk or dairy-free substitute
- 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted and cooled
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup assorted colored sugars for topping
Method
Step One
Begin by preheating your oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit. Meanwhile, in a large bowl, combine the gluten-free all purpose flour, almond flour, coconut flour, xanthan gum, salt, and sugar. Set this aside.
Step Two
Next, in a smaller bowl, whisk together the yeast and warm water until the yeast has fully dissolved. Let it sit for around 5 minutes, or until the mixture is frothy.
Step Three
In another bowl, combine the milk, melted and cooled butter, eggs, apple cider vinegar, and vanilla extract. Mix these well. After the yeast mixture has frothed, add this to the milk and eggs mixture.
Step Four
Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the bowl with the dry ingredients, stirring as you pour. Make sure all the ingredients are well incorporated. The dough should be sticky but manageable. If it’s too dry, you can add more milk or water. If it’s too wet, add more of the all-purpose flour.
Step Five
Once the dough has been formed, form small, round dough pieces and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Step Six
Bake the dough pieces in the preheated oven for about 20 minutes, or until they turn golden brown. Be sure to check them periodically to avoid burning them.
Step Seven
After baking, remove the pan dulces from the oven and allow them to cool on a wire rack. Once they have cooled, sprinkle the colored sugars on top for decoration. Serve and enjoy your gluten-free pan dulce!
