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Vegan Ube and Cheese Pandesal

Vegan Ube and Cheese Pandesal: Sweet Rolls Everyone Will Love

Discover the delightful Vegan Ube and Cheese Pandesal, combining sweet ube flavor with creamy vegan cheese in a perfect breakfast roll.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Rising Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 52 minutes
Servings: 20 rolls
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Filipino
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup Ube Powder Substitute with fresh ube if available for a vibrant twist.
  • 1 cup Hot Water Ensure it's steaming hot.
  • 4 cups All-Purpose Flour Can be replaced with gluten-free flour.
  • ¼ cup Sugar Adjust to taste.
  • 2 teaspoons Instant Yeast Avoid substituting with active dry yeast.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Essential for balancing sweetness.
  • 1 cup Warm Soy Milk (or Oat Milk) Almond milk works well too.
  • ¼ cup Neutral Oil (e.g., Vegetable Oil) Coconut oil adds extra flavor.
For the Filling
  • ½ cup Ube Halaya (or Spread) Acts as a luscious filling.
  • 1 cup Vegan Mozzarella Cheese Shreds Feel free to substitute with other non-dairy cheese.
For the Coating
  • 1 cup Fine Breadcrumbs (or Almond Meal) Opt for gluten-free breadcrumbs if needed.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Spatula
  • Baking tray
  • Oven
  • Wire Rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare Ube Puree: Mix ube powder into hot water in a bowl, stirring until smooth. Set aside to cool.
  2. Prepare Dry Ingredients: In a bowl, whisk all-purpose flour, sugar, instant yeast, and salt. Make a well in the center.
  3. Combine Wet Ingredients: Pour warm soy milk and neutral oil into the well and add cooled ube puree. Mix until sticky dough forms.
  4. Knead the Dough: Transfer to floured surface and knead for 4-5 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  5. First Rise: Place dough in greased bowl, cover with kitchen towel, and let rise for 1 hour until doubled.
  6. Divide Dough: Punch down dough, turn onto a floured surface, and divide into 20 pieces. Shape into balls.
  7. Shape Pandesal: Flatten each dough piece, add ube halaya and vegan cheese, then seal and roll in breadcrumbs.
  8. Second Rise: Arrange on tray, cover, and let proof for 20-30 minutes until slightly puffed.
  9. Bake: Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F) and bake for 20-22 minutes until golden.
  10. Cool & Serve: Let pandesal cool on a wire rack. Best enjoyed warm.

Nutrition

Serving: 1rollCalories: 180kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 3gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gSodium: 250mgPotassium: 100mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4gVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 2mgIron: 5mg

Notes

Ensure all liquids are warm to keep your Vegan Ube and Cheese Pandesal fluffy. Be patient with kneading for the best texture.

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