Disney Recipe: Make Your Own Mickey Conchas at Home

Hot take: Mexican food is some of the BEST food out there. Between a fresh warm enchilada and a big bowl of guacamole, you can’t go wrong! When it comes to some traditional Mexican desserts, who could forget the iconic churro, or how about a slice of flan? Sure, these are all some classic treats, but have you ever heard of concha?

Who’s hungry?

Concha is a sweet bread with a unique shape and appearance. You may recall Disney’s concha-inspired Minnie ears from a few years back, but have you ever tried concha? Now you can with this Mickey-shaped recipe from D23!

It might take a little practice to make the perfect conchas, but follow this recipe to try your hand at this traditional Mexican snack!

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Ingredients

Bread

1/4 cup whole milk, room temperature
1 packet active dry yeast (activate using instructions on yeast packaging)
1/3 cup granulated sugar, divided
3-1/2 to 3-3/4 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 tsp salt
1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
3 large eggs, beaten

Topping

3/4 cup powdered sugar
1/2 cup butter/margarine, softened
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 tbsp cocoa powder if using

Special equipment

Stand mixer with bread hook
Concha cutter

Instructions

Activate the yeast by following the instructions on the packaging. Be sure the yeast is foamy or bubbly; if it’s not, toss out and try again.
In the mixing bowl of a stand mixer, add the flour, sugar, and salt. Mix to combine.
Mix in the melted butter and beaten eggs until combined; then, attach the dough hook and add the activated yeast mixture. Mix on medium-low for about 5 to 8 minutes until the dough is elastic and smooth. FYI: The dough should be slightly tacky, but not sticky. If sticky, add a small amount of flour until tacky.
Grease a large bowl with butter or vegetable oil; place the dough in bowl and cover loosely with plastic wrap or a clean towel. Set the bowl in a warm area and allow it to rise, doubling in size. Note: This may take up to 2 hours.
When the dough has risen, divide it into 12 to 14 pieces. Line baking sheets with parchment paper, then shape the dough into balls. TIP: To make the Mickey head shape, use one ball for the head and divide another ball to make the ears.
Set the balls aside on parchment-lined baking sheets while the topping is made.
Mix together the flour, powdered sugar, butter, and vanilla extract in a bowl with a spatula. Mix until a smooth paste is formed.
Separate out the desired amount to add food coloring or cocoa powder, if desired.
Divide the topping to equal the amounts of dough balls. Remember, the ears count as one ball!
Roll out balls of topping and then flatten by hand to be about the same size as a dough ball. Then press down on the dough ball to flatten it a bit; place the topping onto the flattened dough and gently spread the topping to cover the top and sides.
Use the Concha cutter or a sharp knife to gently cut the pattern into the topping without cutting the dough underneath.
Place the dough balls far enough apart on the parchment-lined baking sheets for the dough to rise. Cover the dough with plastic wrap or a clean towel and allow to rise for another hour. The topping will separate and maybe crack — that’s normal!
When the dough has risen, preheat the oven to 350°, and bake on the center rack for about 20 to 25 minutes or until the bread is lightly golden.
Allow them to cool before moving. The topping is delicate and brittle.

And there you have it! Let us know if you give this recipe a try, and in the meantime, stay tuned for all the latest Disney news, tutorials, and more!