Semitas

Semitas are the most popular traditional bread in Honduras. Perfect for breakfast with coffee or as a snack. Here is the recipe.

Semitas are the most popular traditional bread in Honduras, perfect for breakfast along with a delicious local coffee, or to enjoy as an afternoon snack.

Semitas

Bakery
1 hour
Baked
12 Servings

Ingredients

1 pound of Flour

¼ Sugar

½ cup of Vegetable shortening

1 cup of Milk

2 Eggs

1 Yeast packet

Cinnamon

½ cup of Vegetable shortening

cup of Flour

½ cup of Sugar

2 tablespoons of Vanilla

Preparation

Step 1 : In a large bowl, add the flour, sugar, and yeast, and mix well.

Step 2 : Then, add the shortening, eggs, and milk, and mix until a smooth dough forms.

Step 3 : On a floured surface, place the dough, cut into small balls, shape into balls, and place on a baking tray.

Step 4 : For the top of the semita, mix shortening, flour, vanilla, and sugar, knead until a firm dough forms, and spread over the small balls.

Step 5 : Let the semitas rest on the tray for half an hour, then bake at 300°C for 45 minutes.

Step 6 : Enjoy these delicious Honduran-style semitas.

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