Ensaimada

Name: Ensaimada
Yield: Makes 12
Cuisine: Philippines
Ingredients: 2 egg yolks beaten with 2 tablespoons milk, for brushing; 6 tablespoons grated Gouda, Edam, or manchego cheese, for sprinkling; 3 cups grated Gouda, Edam, or manchego cheese; 9 egg yolks, at room temperature; 3 sticks unsalted butter, softened, plus additional for the tart pans; 3 whole eggs, at room temperature; 4 teaspoons salt; 3 cups all-purpose flour; 5 tablespoons sugar; 2 cups bread flour; ¾ cup milk, warmed; 2 envelopes active dry yeast; 4 tablespoons sugar, for sprinkling; 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened, for brushing

Preparation info

Makes
12

Appears in

Memories of Philippine Kitchens

By Amy Besa and Romy Dorotan

Published 2006

About

We consulted several sources, including Marc Medina, to find the best brioche recipe. This is a version we feel people can do at home.

Ingredients

Dough

2 envelopes active dry yeast
¾ cup milk, warmed
3 cups

Asia
Philippines
Bread
South East Asia
Vegetarian

Method

Dissolve yeast in warm milk and let stand until foamy, 3 to 5 minutes.
In a large bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, bread flour, sugar, and salt. Transfer to a stand mixer fitted with a paddle attachment. Add the yeast mixture and beat for 2 to 3 minutes. In a separate bowl, lightly beat the eggs and the eggs yolks. Add to the dough and beat for 3 to 5