Vanilla Mallorca Rolls (Print)
Soft, airy rolls made with vanilla and packed with rich cinnamon sugar—a classic Puerto Rican treat, perfect to start your day.
# Ingredients:
→ Dough Mixture
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1 cup warm milk (around 110°F)
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1/4 cup white sugar
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2 large eggs
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4 cups plain flour
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1 teaspoon table salt
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2 teaspoons dry yeast (active)
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1/2 cup melted unsalted butter
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2 teaspoons vanilla flavoring
→ For Brushing and Sprinkling
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1/4 cup white sugar
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1 tablespoon softened butter
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1 teaspoon cinnamon powder
# Steps:
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In a big bowl, combine sugar, yeast, and warm milk. Leave it alone for around 5 to 10 minutes until it gets bubbly.
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Add vanilla extract, melted butter, eggs, and salt into the bowl with the yeast. Gradually blend in the flour until you have a soft, sticky dough.
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Knead the dough on a floured countertop for around 8 to 10 minutes until it’s soft and stretchy. Move it to a greased bowl, cover up with a towel, and leave it in a cozy spot to rise for an hour or two.
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After the dough's risen, flatten it into a rectangle roughly 1/4 inch thick. Coat with butter and sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar all over it.
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Roll it into a log shape, slice into 12 sections, and arrange the pieces in a buttered baking dish. Cover up and let the dough rise one more time for about 30-45 minutes.
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Pop them in the oven at 350°F for 20-25 minutes until they’re beautifully golden. Brush the tops with butter when they’re hot from the oven but cool them a bit before digging in.
# Notes:
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These soft, sweet rolls are a Puerto Rican classic called Pan de Mallorca.
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Want it sweeter? Drizzle with a simple vanilla glaze or sprinkle powdered sugar.
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Store leftovers in a container with a lid to keep them fresh for a few days.