Vegan Cheese-Stuffed Pandan Pandesal
Pandan—a tropical plant used throughout Southeast Asia—imparts a mild coconut-vanilla-like flavor and a dazzling emerald hue to these soft-and-chewy buns hiding a melty, cheesy surprise.
MAKES 20 BUNS
½ cup lukewarm water¾ cup2¼ teaspoons active dry yeast6 tablespoons vegan butter, melted1½ cups warm, unsweetened vegan milk1 teaspoon pandan extract5 cups flour1 teaspoon salt Vegetable oil spray20 1-inch cubes vegan cheddar cheese (or cheese of choice)½ cup plain breadcrumbs
