Pan De Yema Recipe
traditional, anise-scented bread, whipped butter, ají amarillo honey
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Ingredients
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Bread
Aji Amarillo Honey
Whipped Butter
Method
Bread Preparation
- 1
Activate the Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for about 10 minutes until frothy.
- 2
Mix Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, anise seeds, and salt. Make a well in the center and add egg yolks, milk, melted butter, and the yeast mixture.
- 3
Knead the Dough
Mix until a dough forms, then knead on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 4
First Rise
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- 5
Shape the Bread
Punch down the risen dough, shape it into a loaf, and place it in a greased loaf pan.
- 6
Second Rise
Cover the loaf and let it rise again for about 30 minutes.
- 7
Bake
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the loaf for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown and sounds hollow when tapped.
Aji Amarillo Honey Preparation
- 8
Combine Honey and Aji Amarillo
In a small bowl, mix honey and aji amarillo paste until well combined.
Whipped Butter Preparation
- 9
Whip the Butter
In a mixing bowl, beat the softened butter until creamy. Gradually add powdered sugar and vanilla extract, and whip until light and fluffy.
