Easy Ensaymada Recipe Goldilocks Copycat

Name: Easy Ensaymada Recipe Goldilocks Copycat
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 45 min
Ingredients: 2 1/4 cups All Purpose flour; 1/4 cup sugar; 1 teaspoon salt; 2 teaspoons Active Dry yeast; 1/2 cup milk; 1 large egg; 1/4 cup butter (softened at room temperature); 1/4 cup All Purpose Flour; 1/2 cup water; 1/2 cup unsalted butter (softened for easy spreading); sugar; sharp cheddar or mixed Mexican cheese

Created On: 2023-02-18 | Updated: 2023-03-03 | 72 Comments

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This Ensaymada recipe is no-fail and easy to follow. This is a copycat taste from the one we get from Red Ribbon or Goldilocks. It will yield 12 pieces of fluffy bread and it is perfect for a Filipino party or occasion you may have. Double this Ensaymada recipe to make more and share with everybody. This could be your chance to make your own, instead of going to Goldilocks or Red Ribbon.

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WHAT IS ENSAYMADA?

Ensaymada originated from Mallorca, Spain which is a traditional spiral shaped pastry topped with sugar. The Philippines was colonized by Spain for 300 years, and this is just one of those delicious dessert which was influenced by them. Ensaymada is now a Filipino bread famous in the Philippines. The finished bread is topped with butter and sugar. Cheese is also added on top to balance its sweetness. Paired with coffee, this is a perfect breakfast choice for most Filipinos.

HOW DO YOU MAKE ENSAYMADA

To be honest, it took me a while to make Ensaymada, because I don’t want to ruin how it is supposed to be – fluffy, soft, and a sweet type of bread. After looking at trying Ensaymada recipes online, this YT channel yielded the perfect outcome. It is just what I remembered in terms of its taste and texture, so we are using that recipe.

Making Ensaymada is an easy process. There is no need to be intimidated by it. With the step-by-step video attached here and the clear-cut recipe below, there is no doubt that your first try will be a success.

Make a roux, mix flour and water in a small saucepan. Turn on the heat in low fire and mix until pasty. Let cool and set aside until use.

Warm 1/2 cup milk and add the yeast. Set aside for 5- 10 minutes until bubbles form.

Mix flour, sugar, salt in a large size bowl and make a well in the middle. Add the proofed yeast and mix using a wooden spoon or spatula. You can use your hand too if you want, just coat it with a small amount of oil.

Add the egg and mix until dough is incorporated, then add the water roux and try to mix until dough is incorporated.

Add the butter intermittently. Add a small amount of the butter, then mix, Add butter then mix, add the rest of the butter until you can form a smooth workable dough. Transfer the dough to an oiled bowl and cover it with a cloth or plastic wrap and let rise in a warm place for an hour until it doubles its size.

When ready, punch the dough twice and work on it on a floured surface. Form a circle and divide it into 16 pieces (depending on the size of Ensaymada you want).

When ready, punch the dough twice and work on it on a floured surface. Form a circle and divide it into 16 pieces (depending on the size of Ensaymada you want).

Form each piece into a log and coil dough from one end to another end. Transfer coiled dough and put it into a prepared pan. Let rise for another 30 minutes.

Bake in a pre-heated 350 F oven for 15-20 minutes.
Let cool and frost.

TIPS TO SUCCEED IN THIS ENSAYMADA RECIPE

Use a nonexpired yeast. You will not believe how many times I used expired yeast and failed in my baking. Check at the back of the packet the expired date, OR if your yeast doesn’t bloom – form a bubble within 10-15 minutes, it is expired. So toss that one and get a new one.
Gather all of the ingredients and utensils so it will be less stressful for you.
Make sure to flour your working surface, so the dough doesn’t stick.
Water roux – you need to do these steps. I tried making Ensaymada not doing this step and the bread was hard, so I will be doing this step from now on.
Last, but not least, follow the Ensaymada recipe here. Read it thrice or more, so that you’ll know the next steps.

ENSAYMADA RECIPE INGREDIENTS:

Flour- the main purpose of the flour is to build the structure of the bread.
Yeast- is essential in making bread. This will produce gas and make the dough rise, thus giving the bread its shape and structure.
Water- this is essential to activate the yeast.
Eggs- add structure, color, and flavor to the dough and provides flavor.
Sugar- sweetens the bread.
Butter-it adds flavor, moistness of the bread.
Cheese- you can use sharp or mild cheddar cheese, Gouda Cheese , Mexican Mix Cheese or even Mozzarella cheese.

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Ensaymada Common Questions

Where did I get these Ensaymada molds?

I got these molds in the pastry store in the Philippines; however, I saw some in Bed Bath Beyond.

Is Ensaymada a Brioche?

This is indeed a Brioche. The texture and taste of the bread, but the butter frosting, sugar, and cheese added on top made the difference.

What is Ensaymada?

Ensaymada is the Filipino version of Brioche. Originating from Spain, the Filipino version is butter base rather than lard base.

How do you store Ensaymada?

You can store the Ensaymada in the fridge in a sealed container. You can also freeze the bread unfrosted and frost it after thawing.

How do you reheat Ensaymada?

If the Ensaymada is frozen, you can go ahead and thaw it on the counter before heating it in the microwave. Heat it for thirty seconds.

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