Ube Cheese Pandesal Recipe
This ube cheese pandesal recipe is easy and quick to prepare, these Filipino purple yam rolls are soft and delicious making them the perfect breakfast roll. This ube cheese pandesal recipe is a unique twist on the classic Filipino pandesal bread roll.
The combination of cheese and ube, also known as purple yam in these pandesal rolls adds a new level of flavor to the classic Filipino bread. I’ve been making these ube pandesal buns for about two years now and every time I prepare a batch everyone raves over them.
Ube cheese pandesal rolls are easy to make, and this recipe is simple to follow, so you can enjoy this delicious traditional Filipino ube pandesal bread in the comfort of your own home. Once you prepare these rolls you will be a fan and love this recipe.
Why You Will Love This Ube Cheese Pandesal Recipe
Unique Flavor – The combination of ube and cheese in this recipe elevates the classic pandesal bread to a whole new level, providing a unique and delicious twist on a beloved Filipino staple.
Easy to follow – The recipe is clear and easy to follow, making it accessible for bakers of all skill levels. Even if you’re new to baking, you’ll be able to make this recipe with ease.
Perfect for families and kids – This recipe is a fun and educational way to spend time with kids in the kitchen. They will learn how to make bread and will enjoy the process of kneading, shaping, and baking the dough.
Great for sharing – This ube cheese pandesal recipe is a crowd-pleaser, the rolls are delicious and perfect for breakfast or hosting brunch, these Filipino rolls are vibrant in color and are sure to impress your family and guests with their unique flavor.
Versatile – I love this ube roll recipe, it can easily be adapted to be vegan or gluten-free, making it accessible to a wide variety of people. You can also use different cheeses and adjust the sweetness to your liking.
WHAT YOU NEED AND WHAT YOU CAN USE INSTEAD
- All-Purpose Flour: I used all-purpose flour to make these ube cheese pandesal rolls. If you want a gluten-free ube cheese pandesal you can easily substitute the flour with a gluten-free flour blend or even almond flour, but keep in mind the texture and rise of the bread will be different.
- Sugar: This recipe is made with granulated sugar, You can replace the sugar with any granulated sweetener of your choice as a straight replacement. Honey or maple syrup also make great substitutes for these rolls, plus they taste great.
- Yeast: You can use fresh yeast or instant yeast instead of active dry yeast, they all serve the same purpose.
- Milk: You can use any type of milk, like almond or oat milk, but it’s important to note that different types of milk may affect the taste and texture of these rolls.
- Ube: If you don’t have access to fresh ube you can use sweet potato or yam, they will not have the same color but they will have a similar taste. You can also use dry ube, you can substitute the mashed ube with 1/4 cup of the ube powder mixed with 3/4 cup of hot water to reconstitute it.
- Cheese: You can use any type of cheese you like, but it’s important to note that different types of cheese will affect the flavor and texture of the bread.
Good To Know
Use the right type of flour: Using all-purpose flour is recommended for this recipe, as it gives the bread the right texture and rise. However, you can use other types of flour, such as bread flour or whole wheat flour, but it’s important to note that this may affect the final texture and rise of the bread.
Keep the dough warm: Yeast needs warmth to activate, so make sure the dough is kept in a warm place while it rises. You can place the dough in a warm oven or near a heat source to ensure it rises properly.
Knead the dough well: Kneading the dough is important for developing the gluten, which gives the bread its structure. Knead the dough for at least 10 minutes to ensure it is smooth and elastic before rising.
Let the dough rise twice: After shaping the dough into rolls, let them rise for a second time before baking. This will give the rolls a nice and fluffy texture.
Egg wash: brushing the rolls with beaten egg before baking will give them a nice golden color and a glossy finish.
Adjust baking time: The baking time may vary depending on your oven, so it’s important to keep an eye on the rolls as they bake. They should be golden brown when they are done.
Experiment with different cheeses: This recipe calls for cheddar or mozzarella, but you can use any cheese you like. Experiment with different types of cheese to find your perfect combination of flavors.
Let it cool down: Remove the pandesal from the oven and let them cool down on a wire rack before serving. This will allow the bread to finish cooking and the crust will be nice and crisp.
Ingredients For Ube Cheese Pandesal
- 4 cups all-purpose flour (500 grams)
- 3/4 cup milk, warm (180 grams)
- 1/4 cup sugar (50 grams)
- 1 teaspoon salt (6 grams)
- 4 tablespoon butter (60 grams), room temperature
- 4 teaspoons active dry yeast (12 grams)
- 1/2 cup mashed ube, purple yam (160 grams)
- 3/4 cup cheese cheddar or mozzarella, (180 grams), cut into pieces
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs (80 grams)
How To Make Ube Cheese Pandesal?
- In a large mixing bowl of a stand mixer, combine the flour, sugar, and salt, and attach the hook. Add the breadcrumbs into a bowl and set aside.
- In a separate small bowl, dissolve the yeast in the warm milk and let it sit for 10 minutes until it becomes frothy.
- Add the mashed ube, butter, and bloomed yeast mixture to the flour mixture and mix until a dough forms.
- Mix the dough on slow speed for 3 minutes, then increase the speed and mix for 5 minutes or until the dough is developed and pulls away from the sides of the mixing bowl. The ube dough should be smooth and elastic.
- Transfer the dough to a greased bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, until it doubles in size.
- Punch down the ube pandesal dough and portion it out into 15 equal pieces, about 70 grams each.
- Round each piece of divided dough into a ball shape. Cover them with plastic or cloth for 15 minutes.
- Flatten each piece of dough then place one piece of cheese cube in the center, pinch the dough to seal the seam, shape it round, then roll it into the breadcrumbs. Place the rolls with the seam part down onto the lined baking pan, and separate each roll about 2 inches apart.
- Cover the ube cheese rolls with plastic wrap and let them rest in a warm place for 45-60 minutes or until they have doubled in size.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Once the rolls are proofed, bake them in the preheated oven for 16-18 minutes or until light golden in color.
- Remove the ube cheese pandesal from the oven, and transfer the rolls to a cooling rack.
- Serve warm and Enjoy!
NEED TO KNOW: FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Can I shape the dough into different forms?
Yes, you can shape the dough into different forms such as rolls, buns, or even a loaf, but the baking time may vary.
How do I know when the Ube bread is done baking?
The bread is done baking when it is golden brown on top. You can also use a thermometer to check the internal temperature of the bread, it should be around 190-200°F (88-93°C).
Can I freeze the ube cheese pandesal?
This ube cheese pandesal recipe is freezer friendly. You can freeze the buns after baking. Let them cool down completely, then place them in a resealable plastic bag or an airtight container and freeze them. To reheat them, simply place them in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 8-10 minutes.
Can I use fresh yeast instead of instant dry yeast?
Any type of yeast will work with this ube pandesal recipe. If you prefer to use fresh yeast instead of dry instant yeast, the ratio is three to one in if you are using fresh yeast instead of dry instant yeast.
How do I know when the ube pandesal dough has risen enough?
The ube pandesal dough is ready when it has doubled in size and leaves a dent when pressed with a finger.
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UBE CHEESE PANDESAL RECIPE
Ingredients
- 4 cups all-purpose flour 500 grams
- 3/4 cup milk warm (180 grams)
- 1/4 cup sugar 50 grams
- 1 teaspoon salt 6 grams
- 4 tablespoon butter 60 grams, room temperature
- 4 teaspoons active dry yeast 12 grams
- 1/2 cup mashed ube purple yam (160 grams)
- 3/4 cup cheese cheddar or mozzarella (180 grams), cut into pieces
- 1/2 cup breadcrumbs 80 grams
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl of a stand mixer, combine the flour, sugar, and salt, and attach the hook. Add the breadcrumbs into a bowl and set aside.
- In a separate small bowl, dissolve the yeast in the warm milk and let it sit for 10 minutes until it becomes frothy.
- Add the mashed ube, butter, and bloomed yeast mixture to the flour mixture and mix until a dough forms.
- Mix the dough on slow speed for 3 minutes, then increase the speed and mix for 5 minutes or until the dough is developed and pulls away from the sides of the mixing bowl. The ube dough should be smooth and elastic.
- Transfer the dough to a greased bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, until it doubles in size.
- Punch down the ube pandesal dough and portion it out into 15 equal pieces, about 70 grams each.
- Round each piece of divided dough into a ball shape. Cover them with plastic or cloth for 15 minutes.
- Flatten each piece of dough then place one piece of cheese cube in the center, pinch the dough to seal the seam, shape it round, then roll it into the breadcrumbs. Place the rolls with the seam part down onto the lined baking pan, and separate each roll about 2 inches apart.
- Cover the ube cheese rolls with plastic wrap and let them rest in a warm place for 45-60 minutes or until they have doubled in size.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Once the rolls are proofed, bake them in the preheated oven for 16-18 minutes or until light golden in color.
- Remove the ube cheese pandesal from the oven, and transfer the rolls to a cooling rack.
- Serve warm and Enjoy!
