Ensaymada

Special ensaymada

Combine sponge ingredients in a mixing bowl.

Mix until blended and knead until dough is smooth.

Shape into ball , cover wit damp cloth and let rise for 2 hours.

Place the dough ingredients except butter in a mixing bowl.

Mix until well blended.

Add the sponge and the butter.

Knead until dough is smooth and elastic.

Shape into ball.

Place in a bowl , cover with damp cloth and let rise again until double in bulk.

Punch dough and divide equally into 8 pieces.

Shape into balls , cover with damp cloth and let rise for 30 minute roll out each piece thinly into 8 x 5 inch rectangles.

Brush surfaces with butter.

Roll into long rods and twirl into shape , locking the ends to seal.

Place on greased ensaymada molds.

Let it rise for 2 hours until doubles in size.

Bake at 325 f for about 10 minute or until light golden brown.

Cool slightly and brush with melted butter.

Top generously with grated cheese and sprinkle with sugar.

all-purpose flour, egg yolks, egg, water, sugar, instant yeast, salt, butter, cheese