Semita Sweet Piloncillo Rolls
La Cocina Mexicana de Pily
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1180
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Piloncillo, or panela, is an unrefined whole cane sugar in solid form typically used as a sweetener in Central and Latin America. Typically sold in Mexican food stores, this recipe for Semita Sweet Piloncillo Rolls calls for piloncillo, but you can substitute with molasses or dark brown sugar to get the same rich flavor. These rolls are sweet and flavored with cinnamon, making them a tasty addition to your breakfast. This recipe calls for lard, but you can substitute with butter, just be sure to adjust your quantities.
Ingredients
- 4 1/2 cups flour
- 330 grams piloncillo (or 1 1/3 cups dark brown sugar and 1 1/3 tbsps. molasses)
- 2 tablespoons baking powder
- cinnamon (in pieces)
- salt
- 115 grams lard (melted and cooled)
- 2 eggs
- 0.25 liters milk
Directions
- Preheat the oven to 180 degrees Celsius.
- In a bowl, add the flour, piloncillo, baking powder, cinnamon, and a pinch of salt. Stir.
- Add lard, eggs, and milk. Mix with a wooden spoon.
- Pour the dough onto a flat surface and knead. Add flour as needed.
- Separate into portions and shape the semitas into small 1-centimeter-thick patties.
- Place on a baking tray.
- Bake for 20 to 30 minutes, until the bottoms are golden brown.
NutritionView more
1180Calories
Sodium45%DV1080mg
Fat52%DV34g
Protein41%DV21g
Carbs66%DV198g
Fiber24%DV6g
PER SERVING *
| Calories1180Calories from Fat310 |
| % DAILY VALUE* |
| Total Fat34g52% |
| Saturated Fat13g65% |
| Trans Fat |
| Cholesterol140mg47% |
| Sodium1080mg45% |
| Potassium340mg10% |
| Protein21g41% |
| Calories from Fat310 |
| % DAILY VALUE* |
| Total Carbohydrate198g66% |
| Dietary Fiber6g24% |
| Sugars85g170% |
| Vitamin A |
| Vitamin C |
| Calcium |
| Iron |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your Daily Values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Reviews(1)
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Julie W. 20 Jun 2015
You can use dark brown sugar if you can't find piloncillo. It is usually sold in Mexican food stores. Sometimes you can get it at super markets though. The rolls taste really good for breakfast.
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