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Mexican Sourdough Shells


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  • Author: chef-emmy
  • Total Time: 150 minutes
  • Yield: 12 servings 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Tender, fluffy Mexican Sourdough Shells enriched with a blend of flavors, including tangy sourdough and sweet chocolatey topping.


Ingredients

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  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1/2 cup milk
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon instant yeast
  • 1 large egg
  • 1/2 cup sourdough starter
  • 1/4 cup cocoa powder
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/2 cup diced strawberries


Instructions

  1. Mix the flour, sugar, and salt in a bowl.
  2. Combine the milk, butter, egg, and sourdough starter in another bowl.
  3. Mix wet ingredients into dry and knead until smooth.
  4. Let the dough rise for 120-240 minutes until doubled.
  5. Divide dough into balls and form flat disks.
  6. Prepare the topping by mixing cocoa powder, powdered sugar, and butter to form a paste; shape into seashells.
  7. Place topping on each disk and let rise again for 30 minutes.
  8. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for about 15-20 minutes.
  9. Allow to cool and serve topped with strawberries.

Notes

For a sugar-free option, consider using stevia, monk fruit, or allulose.

  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 shell
  • Calories: 260
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 10g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 3g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 38g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 5g
  • Cholesterol: 45mg