For a richer ube flavor, you can use ube extract in addition to the ube powder. Start with 1 teaspoon and adjust to taste. If you don't have a bread machine, you can knead the dough by hand or with a stand mixer. The dough should be smooth and elastic. For a softer crust, brush the tops of the pandesal with melted butter before baking. These pandesal are best enjoyed fresh, but leftovers can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days. Reheat in a toaster oven or microwave for best results.
Hot Ube Pandesal (Filipino Purple Yam Bread Rolls)
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PREP TIME25 mins
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COOK TIME20 mins
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TOTAL TIME2 hrs 35 mins
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SERVING24 People
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VIEWS9
Experience the taste of nostalgia with these delightful Ube Pandesal, inspired by the classic Filipino breakfast treat. Infused with the subtle sweetness of purple yam, these soft, pillowy bread rolls are perfect with a cup of hot chocolate or simply enjoyed on their own. A comforting taste of home, reimagined.
Ingridients
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Nutrition
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Carbohydrate7 g
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Cholesterol27 mg
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Fiber1 g
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Protein2 g
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Saturated Fat3 g
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Sodium136 mg
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Sugar1 g
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Fat5 g
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Unsaturated Fat0 g
Follow The Directions
01
Step
1 mins
Warm the Milk: Gently heat the milk in a microwave-safe bowl until it is warm to the touch (about 1 minute). It should not be scalding, just comfortably warm.
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0 mins
Melt the Butter: In a separate microwave-safe bowl, melt the butter until completely liquid (about 30 seconds).
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1 mins
Prepare the Eggs: Place the eggs in a bowl and cover with warm water for 1 minute. Drain the water, then crack the eggs into a mixing bowl and lightly beat with a fork.
04
Step
2 mins
Combine Ingredients in Bread Machine: Add the warm milk, melted butter, beaten eggs, salt, bread flour, purple yam powder, and bread machine yeast to the bread machine pan in the order listed. This order is crucial for proper activation of the yeast.
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1 mins
Run the Dough Cycle: Select the 'Dough' cycle on your bread machine and let it run its course. This usually takes about 1.5 to 2 hours, including kneading and proofing.
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Preheat the Oven: Once the dough cycle is complete, preheat your oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
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Shape the Pandesal: Transfer the dough to a lightly greased bowl. Gently deflate the dough with your fist. Divide the dough into 24 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a smooth ball.
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Coat in Bread Crumbs: Pour the bread crumbs onto a shallow plate. Roll each ball of dough in the bread crumbs, ensuring they are fully coated. This gives the pandesal its signature texture.
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Arrange on Baking Sheet: Place the bread crumb-coated dough balls close together, slightly touching, on an ungreased baking sheet. This will help them rise together and create soft sides.
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20 mins
Bake: Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown. Keep a close eye on them to prevent burning.
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Cool and Serve: Remove the pandesal from the oven and let them cool slightly on the baking sheet before serving. Serve warm and enjoy!
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Jerald Lakin
Jun 26, 2025The bread machine made this recipe a breeze. Will definitely make again!
Coty Grant
Jun 24, 2025These were so easy to make and tasted just like the ones I remember from my childhood!
Beth Fadel
Jun 23, 2025I added a bit more ube powder for a more vibrant color, and they turned out beautifully.
Sterling Kuvalis
Jun 20, 2025The ube flavor was perfect, not too overpowering. My family loved them!