Pandesal

Ingredients

• 1.5 cups warm milk
• 0.75 cups white sugar , divided
• 1 package active dry yeast , .25-ounce
• 4 cups bread flour
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 cups vegetable oil
• 1 cup bread crumbs

Instructions

1. 1

   Combine milk, 2 teaspoons sugar, and yeast in a large bowl; stir until sugar and yeast are fully dissolved, about 5 minutes.

2. 2

   Mix remaining sugar, flour, and salt together in a large bowl. Pour in milk mixture and vegetable oil. Mix until dough comes together.

3. 3

   Turn dough out onto a flat work surface. Knead until smooth. Shape into a ball and return to the bowl. Cover with a damp cloth and let rise until doubled, at least 1 hour.

4. 4

   Divide dough into 4 equal portions using a bench knife. Roll each portion into a log; slice diagonally into 1-inch pieces.

5. 5

   Pour bread crumbs onto a large plate. Roll each piece of dough in bread crumbs and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Let rise until puffy, 30 to 45 minutes.

6. 6

   Preheat the oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).

7. 7

   Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, 15 to 20 minutes.