Conchas covered in crumbled cookies. Conchas flavored like churros. Conchas infused with Abuelita hot chocolate.
If these all sound enticing to you, then My Panecito in Gardena may be your heaven on earth.
The bright pink panadería, founded by Jose Ruiz, quickly gained popularity in its first year of operation for incorporating Mexican and nostalgic flavors like cookies-and-cream and mazapán in a twist traditional pan dulce as we know it.
His conchas come in 12 different flavors, all but guaranteeing a unique concha for every taste.
The toppings, which often come in the form of crumbles, add a layer of texture and upgrade these foundational pan dulces to another level of crave-ability. A light coat of glaze adds the slightest layer of crunch without interfering with the traditional taste of the crumb below.