Ensaymada

Ingredients:

Sponge
1 1/2 c all-purpose flour
3 egg yolks
1 egg
2 tbsp. water
1 tbsp. sugar
1 tsp. instant yeast

Dough
1/2 c all-purpose flour
1/3 c sugar
2 tbsp. water
1 tsp. salt
1/4 tsp. instant yeast
1/3 c butter

Topping
melted butter
grated cheese
sugar

Procedures:
1. Combine sponge ingredients in a mixing bowl. Mix until blended & knead until dough is smooth. Shape into ball, cover wit damp cloth & let rise for 2 hrs.
2. Place the dough ingredients except butter in a mixing bowl. Mix until well blended. Add the sponge & the butter. Knead until dough is smooth & elastic. Shape into ball. Place in a bowl, cover with damp cloth & let rise again until double in bulk.
3. Punch dough & divide equally into 8 pcs. Shape into balls, cover with damp cloth & let rise for 30 min. Roll out each piece thinly into 8 x 5 inch rectangles. Brush surfaces with butter. Roll into long rods & twirl into shape, locking the ends to seal. Place on greased ensaymada molds. Let it rise for 2 hrs. until doubles in size.
4. Bake at 325 F for about 10 mins. or until light golden brown. Cool slightly & brush with melted butter.
5. Top generously with grated cheese & sprinkle with sugar.