Chef RV Special Ensaymada

Steps

1. 1.

   Knead the dough until smooth and elastic.
2. 2.

   Combine the water, sugar, and instant dry yeast.
3. 3.

   Add the softened butter, egg yolks, and whole eggs to the yeast mixture.
4. 4.

   Gradually add the bread flour and iodized salt to the wet ingredients.
5. 5.

   Form the dough into a ball and place it in a greased bowl.
6. 6.

   Cover and let the dough rise for 1 to 2 hours.
7. 7.

   Divide the dough into 16 equal portions.
8. 8.

   Roll each portion into a long, thin rope.
9. 9.

   Coil each rope of dough into a spiral shape.
10. 10.

    Place the shaped dough into greased Ensaymada molds or on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
11. 11.

    Allow the dough to rise again for 30 minutes to 1 hour.
12. 12.

    Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
13. 13.

    Bake the Ensaymada for 20 to 25 minutes.
14. 14.

    Let the Ensaymada cool before transferring them to a wire rack.
15. 15.

    Combine the softened butter, cream cheese, and powdered sugar.
16. 16.

    Spread a generous amount of buttercream on top of each pastry.