Horchata & Mexican Chocolate Conchas

A concha is a soft and sweet Mexican bread topped with a sweet crust that crumbles easily. Concha means “seashell” in Spanish, and the crust of these small breads is layered to look like their name. White (vanilla) and brown (chocolate) are the classic toppings. The two toppings here are inspired by the flavors of horchata and Mexican chocolate.

I use bread flour for the dough and leave it to rise overnight in the refrigerator, which results in an airy texture. For the