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Italian Panini Bread Recipe

Rosemary Molloy
Italian Panini bread is a traditional sandwich bun made to hold all kinds of delicious fillings. With a golden-brown crispy crust and a tender inside.
5 from 1 vote
Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Resting Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 30 minutes
Course Appetizer, Side Dish
Cuisine Italian
Servings 9 buns
Calories 175 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups all purpose flour (250 grams)
  • 1 teaspoon active dry yeast
  • 2 1/2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1/3 cup + 3 1/2 tablespoons milk (lukewarm 105F/40C)* (100 grams)
  • 1/4 cup butter (softened) (53 grams)
  • 3/4 teaspoon salt

* I used 2 % milk.

    EXTRAS EGGWASH

    • 1 egg
    • 1 tablespoon water or milk

    Instructions
     

    • In the stand up mixer bowl, whisk together the flour, yeast and sugar, make a well in the middle and add the milk and butter, with the dough hook knead for about 4 minutes then add the salt, continue to knead for another 5-6 minutes until the dough is smooth, the dough will be slightly sticky.
    • Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, rolling the dough to cover lightly in oil. Cover with plastic wrap and let rise in a warm draft free area for about 2 hours.
    • Punch the dough down then form into 9 dough balls about 30 grams or just over 1 ounce each, place on a parchment paper lined cookie sheet, cover with plastic and let rise for about 1 hour.
    • Pre-heat oven to 350F (180C)
    • Beat together the egg and water and brush on the panini, sprinkle with seeds (sesame, poppy etc. if desired). Bake for approximately 10-15 minutes or until golden brown. Let cool on a wire rack, fill with your favourite cold cuts or filling. Enjoy!

    Nutrition

    Calories: 175kcalCarbohydrates: 26gProtein: 4gFat: 6gSaturated Fat: 4gCholesterol: 32mgSodium: 251mgPotassium: 61mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 193IUCalcium: 19mgIron: 1mg
    Keyword buns for sandwiches, Italian panini buns
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