Mantecadas (Mexican Muffins) + VIDEO

Mantecadas are always a good choice.

The hardest decision in the world is picking ONE pan dulce.

They all look SO yummy behind the glass doors. Almost like they are begging to be picked and brought home.

These baked goodies are easy to identify. Look for the red muffin wrappers and the poofed up tops.

Soft and sweet. One bite, and you’ll be in Mexican pan dulce heaven!

More Pan Dulce Recipes:

Conchas
Mexican Wedding Cookies
Churros
Apple Empanadas
Pumpkin Empanadas
Pineapple Empanadas
Pan de Elote

How to Make Them

These are the ingredients needed to make these yummy muffins.

Here, we’re using vegetable oil. However, you can also use melted butter for a buttery taste.

How many types of pan dulce are there?

There are hundreds of different types of Mexican sweet breads. Some estimate there are as many as 2000 different types of breads!

• Start by mixing the eggs and sugar together.
• Slowly drizzle in the oil.
• Add the milk and vanilla.

Make it Healthier

Use coconut oil or sunflower oil. You can also substitute regular milk for soy milk or almond milk.

Go Nuts!

Chopped nuts like pecans or walnuts are a great addition to the batter, and they add texture.

Mexican sweet bread is so popular, you will even find it pre-packaged at the gas station.

One popular bread brand is Bimbo. It’s not the same as freshly baked breads, but when you have a craving, it hits the spot.

• Add orange zest (if using) to the batter.
• Sift the dry ingredients and add slowly into the bowl.
• Mix on low and fill in the muffin pan.
• Bake for 15 minutes, or until a toothpick comes out clean.

Orange zest is optional, but even just a small amount will add tons of flavor. Sifting is also optional. It is simply to make sure all the ingredients are mixed well.

How to Bake:

Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F. When you place the muffin pan inside the oven, immediately bring down the heat to 400 degrees F.

Note: If using a jumbo size muffin pan, bake for 25 minutes instead.

Good to know: Nonstick pans will make the muffins look browner.

Why didn’t my muffins rise?

1. If you live in a humid climate, place the muffin pan inside the fridge while the oven heats up.
2. Also, for humid climates, reduce the milk to ¾ c instead.
3. Leave the oven door closed. This can cause the muffins to sink.
4. Don’t overmix. Too much air will cause them to go flat.
5. Gently fold in nuts (if using) at the end to avoid overmixing.

Other names for this bread:

Quequis or panquecitos. You might even see them referred to as “muffin.”

Mantecadas are a big treat. So easy to make and so easy to enjoy! Serve with cafe de olla or a big cup of champurrado.

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