Cemita Roll

Experience the authentic taste of Puebla with this homemade Cemita Roll recipe—perfectly soft, slightly sweet, and topped with a golden crown of sesame seeds. These airy, buttery rolls are crafted with a blend of staple baking ingredients like all-purpose flour, eggs, and milk, kneaded to perfection for a texture that's both tender and sturdy enough to hold hearty sandwich fillings. Each roll is carefully shaped, brushed with a glossy egg wash, and generously sprinkled with sesame seeds before being baked to a beautiful golden hue. Ideal for creating the classic cemita sandwich, pair these rolls with crispy fried meats, creamy avocado, and Oaxaca cheese for an irresistible Mexican treat. Easy to make and guaranteed to elevate any sandwich creation, these Cemita Rolls are a must-try for bread lovers and culinary adventurers alike!

Nutriscore Rating: 62/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 450 grams all-purpose flour
• 50 grams sugar
• 10 grams salt
• 7 grams instant yeast
• 240 milliliters warm water
• 60 milliliters milk
• 60 grams unsalted butter
• 2 large eggs
• 30 grams sesame seeds
• 1 serving egg wash (1 egg beaten with 1 tablespoon of water)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, sugar, salt, and instant yeast.

Step 2

Add the warm water and milk to the dry ingredients and mix until combined.

Step 3

Add the unsalted butter (softened) and the eggs, then knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 8-10 minutes or until it becomes smooth and elastic.

Step 4

Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until it doubles in size.

Step 5

Punch down the dough and divide it into 8 equal portions. Shape each portion into a round roll and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Step 6

Cover the rolls with a clean kitchen towel and allow them to rise for another 30-40 minutes until they have puffed up slightly.

Step 7

Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F).

Step 8

Brush the top of each roll with the egg wash, then sprinkle sesame seeds generously over the top.

Step 9

Bake the rolls in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until they are golden brown and sound hollow when lightly tapped on the bottom.

Step 10

Allow the rolls to cool on a wire rack before serving. These rolls are perfect for filling with fried meats, avocado, and Oaxaca cheese to create the classic cemita sandwich.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1065.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2734.1

Total Fat 90.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 38.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7.7g
Cholesterol 696.4mg	0%
Sodium 4201.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 403.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.7g	0%
Total Sugars 54.6g
Protein 76.9g	0%

Vitamin D 150.2IU	0%
Calcium 256.9mg	0%
Iron 25.9mg	0%
Potassium 989.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 29.7%

Protein: 11.2%

Carbs: 59.0%