Pan de Crema Italiano Casero

Ingredientes

• 1/4 cup + 1 1/4 tablespoons milk whole/heavy (lukewarm) ((80 g total, if you double the recipe then double this amount))
• 3 teaspoons granulated sugar (divided)
• 1 1/4 teaspoon active dry yeast
• 2/3 cup cream whole, heavy or whipping cream at least 30% fat content (lukewarm)
• 2 1/4 cups +2 1/2 tablespoons bread flour (or 0 Italian flour)
• 1 teaspoon salt

Preparación

1. 1

   In the stand mixer add the milk and one teaspoon of sugar, combine, sprinkle the yeast on top and let sit 10 minutes. Stir to combine.

2. 2

   Add the cream, remaining sugar and flour, start to knead 2-3 minutes, then add the salt and knead for 10 minutes, the dough should be soft, elastic and compact and a little bit tacky.

3. 3

   Move the dough to a flat surface and form into a ball. Place in a lightly greased bowl, cover and let rise in a warm draft free area until doubled in bulk, approximately 2 hours.

4. 4

   Again move the dough to a lightly floured flat surface and form into 3 even balls (approximately 180 grams each). Place in a greased or sprayed 8-9 inch loaf pan, cover and let rise in a warm draft free area until doubled in bulk, approximately 1-2 hours.

5. 5

   Pre-heat the oven to 350F/180C.

6. 6

   Brush the dough with milk and bake for approximately 30 minutes or until baked through. Move immediately to a wire rack to cool completely before slicing. Enjoy!