posetí

A posetá is a type of traditional Cuban bread, often sweet, that is baked with a layer of sweetened cheese baked on top. The name "posetá" is thought to be a corruption of the Spanish phrase "puesta está," meaning "it is placed" or "it is set," possibly referring to how the cheese topping is applied. These rolls are a popular breakfast or snack item in Cuba and among Cuban communities abroad.

The dough for posetá is typically a simple enriched bread dough, often containing milk, eggs, and sugar. The distinctive characteristic is the topping, which is usually made from cream cheese or a similar soft cheese mixed with sugar, and sometimes a hint of vanilla or citrus zest. This cheese mixture is spread or piped onto the dough before baking, caramelizing and browning during the baking process to create a sweet, slightly crisp crust over the soft bread. Posetá can vary in size and shape, with some being small, individual rolls and others larger, intended to be sliced. They are best enjoyed fresh, when the cheese topping is softest and the bread is still warm.