Conchas (Mexican Sweet Bread)

Name: Conchas (Mexican Sweet Bread)
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 145 min
Ingredients: 0.5 cup warm water; 2.5 teaspoons yeast; 4 cups all-purpose flour; 0.5 cup evaporated milk; 0.375 cup white sugar; 0.33333334326744 cup butter, melted; 1 large egg; 1 teaspoon salt; 0.5 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 0.66666668653488 cup white sugar; 0.5 cup butter, softened; 1 cup all-purpose flour; 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon; 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

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Conchas are always a crowd favorite. I got this recipe from my friend's mom, who owns a Mexican bakery. They made these one day for my family, and they loved them — even my brother, who is so picky. Now they ask for them all the time. Although these are a bit time-consuming, they're well worth it in the end!

Recipe by MelissaAmador

Updated on September 23, 2022

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Prep Time:

20 mins

Cook Time:

20 mins

Additional Time:

1 hrs 45 mins

Total Time:

2 hrs 25 mins

Servings:

12

Yield:

12 conchas

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Ingredients

Bread:

½ cup warm water
2 ½ teaspoons yeast
4 cups all-purpose flour
½ cup evaporated milk
⅜ cup white sugar
⅓ cup butter, melted
1 large egg
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon ground cinnamon

Topping:

⅔ cup white sugar
½ cup butter, softened
1 cup all-purpose flour
2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon vanilla extract

Directions

Make bread: Stir together warm water and yeast in a large bowl. Mix in 2 cups flour, milk, sugar, melted butter, egg, and salt until combined. Gradually mix in remaining 2 cups flour and cinnamon until dough comes together.
Turn dough out onto a floured surface and knead until smooth and elastic, 6 to 8 minutes. Place in a large greased bowl; turn dough to coat. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour.
Meanwhile, make topping: Beat sugar and butter in a medium bowl until light and fluffy. Stir in flour until a thick paste forms. Transfer 1/2 of the paste to a separate bowl. Mix cinnamon into one half and vanilla into the other half.
Divide dough into 12 equal pieces. Shape into balls and place 3 inches apart on a greased cookie sheet.
Divide each bowl of topping into 6 balls; pat flat. Place circles of topping on top of dough balls, patting down lightly. Use a knife to cut grooves in the topping like a clam shell. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 45 minutes.
Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
Bake in the preheated oven until lightly golden brown, about 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

395	Calories
15g	Fat
59g	Carbs
7g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 12
Calories 395
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 15g	19%
Saturated Fat 9g	44%
Cholesterol 52mg	17%
Sodium 303mg	13%
Total Carbohydrate 59g	21%
Dietary Fiber 2g	6%
Total Sugars 19g
Protein 7g
Vitamin C 0mg	1%
Calcium 47mg	4%
Iron 3mg	15%
Potassium 117mg	2%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.