Sweet Conchas Pan Dulce - Mexican Sweet Bread with the Perfect Sugar Topping

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Conchas are a traditional Mexican pastry known for their distinctive shell shape. They consist of two parts: a soft, bready base layer and a sugar shell pattern on top. Conchas are one of the most popular pastries found in Mexican panaderias (bakeries) across the country. These pastries can also be found in grocery stores throughout the United States, depending on your location. Ingredients: To activate the yeast mix the following ingredients: 2 Tbsp Flour 1 Tbsp Sugar 2 1/2 Tsp Active Yeast 1/2 Cup Warm Milk 3 1/2 Cups of All-Purpose Flour 1 Tsp Cinnamon 1 Tsp Ground Anise 1/2 Tsp Salt 1/2 Cup Sugar 3 Large Eggs 1 Tsp Vanilla 1/2 Cup Softened/Melted Butter Vegetable Shortening for the bowl and the cookie sheets Topping 1 Cup All-Purpose Flour 1 Cup Confectioner Sugar 3/4 Cup Vegetable Shortening 1 Tsp Vanilla Food Coloring 1 Tbsp Cocoa Powder for the Chocolate topping Looking for more pan dulce recipes? Click on the link for more recipes: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AmBOw2bATpE&list=PLXSRhy_nsUMmkZ5hqmk4n1pfJLyV6kAFQ Find a variety of kitchen tools and ingredients" on my Amazon store. https://www.amazon.com/shop/salty_cocina https://amzn.to/40yL2Vb "As an Amazon affiliate, I earn from qualifying purchases." If you enjoy this recipe, here are some more to inspire you. Bolillos Filled with Cream Cheese & Jalapeños https://youtu.be/h7xuL52zLq8?si=KYiFOJWm83poHIs Pumpkin Spice Bread Pudding https://youtu.be/BR1aDadn3yk Pasta Chicken Salad https://youtu.be/lomektu9ASo Chilorio- Mexican Shredded Pork https://youtu.be/jNDrGyoAMGk Mango Empanadas https://youtu.be/vSsNNkHh45U Strawberry Iced Cake- Carlota de Fresa https://youtu.be/IWlr2sJlxP4 Tacos al Pastor https://youtu.be/GjtgrNEYZw8 Ranch Style Steaks https://youtu.be/8PHLxLdpNOI One Pot Refried Beans https://youtu.be/8BOSe2IzFcg Shrimp Stew https://youtu.be/qlj50Mtrln4 Gorditas Stuffed with Chicharron https://youtu.be/eauKcAim4QE Tortilla Soup https://youtu.be/CJUo4mpiXDs Asado de Boda https://youtu.be/p9-x2hVQujc Red Beef Tamales https://youtu.be/EMzj9trWS1k Chiles en Nogada https://youtu.be/Uq36qlalldQ Filled Pumpkin Spice Conchas https://youtu.be/MxKYoCVd6XI Chiles Torreados https://youtu.be/4zxpPinn93k Red Beef Enchiladas and Red Sauce https://youtu.be/cE6UY4XF6C0 InstantPot Quesa Birria Tacos https://youtu.be/V8VDa28kI0M Making our Thanksgiving Turkey https://youtu.be/JVaYFRxEG9k Buttery Flour Tortillas https://youtu.be/xNa49-yu2UM Roasted Poblano Mac N Cheese https://youtu.be/eKQOkDi2TTs Nana's Stovetop Candied Yams https://youtu.be/ATzzBUrl51k Traditional Dairy-Free Champurrado https://youtu.be/aARKrzc_lKg Creamed Chicken-Pollo a la Crema https://youtu.be/xrjIa5RQXfs Instant Pot Beef Cheek Tacos - Tacos de Cachete https://youtu.be/pRSbT_jT_y8 Shrimp Stew - Caldo de Camaron https://youtu.be/qlj50Mtrln4 Shrimp Stuffed Poblano Peppers https://youtu.be/hXJaqKgqwpM Homemade Chicharrones https://youtu.be/lhNRPOh3sKs Salty's Scalloped Potatoes https://youtu.be/ygOouQdA_aI Enfrijoladas a Delicous Budget Meal https://youtu.be/bg0LAt2ZSAU Creamy Avocado Salsa https://youtu.be/F2kbqfmasWM Homemade Corn Tortillas https://youtu.be/Dk3Cpj9i4rA Instant Pot Pork Carnitas https://youtu.be/UVSPZWO5hDw Tamales Prepared with Mole Pobpano https://youtu.be/Yp8jk-Gdvhs Strawberry Lemonade https://youtu.be/qzMTFn6ACwo Carne Asada Marinade https://youtu.be/vH8DqMUvE0s Beef Albondiga Soup https://youtu.be/bxWLc4d72lo Homemade Menudo https://youtu.be/j_A8P5Tkn6Q Asado de Boda - Zacatecas Mexican Wedding Stew https://youtu.be/0-6pCEMkzb8 Tres Leches Pumpkin Spice Cake https://youtu.be/upjrikRtcOA