Description
These Light & Fluffy Conchas are a classic Mexican sweet bread with a soft, airy interior and a crisp, colorful sugar shell topping. Perfect for breakfast or an afternoon treat, they’re gently sweet, beautifully textured, and easy to make at home.
Ingredients
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- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 1 cup warm whole milk
- 2 large eggs
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for topping)
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour (for topping)
- 1/2 cup shortening or butter (for topping)
- Food coloring (optional)
Instructions
- In a small bowl, dissolve yeast in warm milk with a teaspoon of sugar. Let sit for 10 minutes until frothy.
- In a large bowl or stand mixer, combine flour, granulated sugar, salt, eggs, vanilla, softened butter, and yeast mixture. Knead until smooth and elastic, about 10 minutes.
- Cover dough and let rise in a warm place for 1 to 1 1/2 hours, or until doubled in size.
- For the topping, mix powdered sugar, 1/2 cup flour, and shortening or butter until smooth. Add food coloring if desired and divide into balls.
- Divide dough into 12 pieces and shape into balls. Flatten a topping ball and place over each dough ball, pressing lightly. Score with a knife or concha cutter.
- Place conchas on a parchment-lined baking sheet and let rise for another 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Bake conchas for 18–20 minutes until puffed and lightly golden.
- Cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- Let topping chill slightly before shaping for easier handling.
- Use parchment to prevent sticking and ensure even baking.
- Add flavors like cinnamon or cocoa to the topping for variety.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 concha
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 16g
- Sodium: 140mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 45mg
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