Description
Indulge in the soft and fluffy delight of Red Bean Milk Buns, a perfect treat to accompany your morning coffee or afternoon tea. These sweet buns are filled with rich red bean paste, offering a unique flavor that will impress anyone who takes a bite. Whether served at brunch, as a snack, or for dessert, these charming buns are versatile enough for any occasion. Their light texture and delightful sweetness make them an irresistible addition to your baking repertoire.
Ingredients
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- 3 cups bread flour
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon instant yeast
- 1 cup warm whole milk
- 1/3 cup warm heavy cream
- 1 egg
- 1 egg yolk (for egg wash)
- 18 ounces sweetened red bean paste
- Optional: sesame seeds for topping
Instructions
- In a stand mixer with a dough hook, combine dry ingredients: bread flour, sugar, salt, instant yeast. Mix well.
- Add warm milk, warm heavy cream, and egg; knead on low speed for about 10 minutes until the dough is tacky but not sticky. Let rise for about 2 hours until doubled in size.
- Divide the risen dough into 9 equal pieces and shape each into a ball.
- Flatten each ball into a circle, place red bean paste in the center, seal it tightly, and shape into a smooth bun.
- Place shaped buns seam side down on a lined baking sheet. Optional: cut slits for flower design.
- Allow to rise again for about 30 minutes while preheating your oven to 350°F.
- Brush with egg wash and sprinkle sesame seeds before baking for about 20 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bun (80g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
Keywords: Make sure all liquids are warm to activate the yeast effectively. Feel free to experiment with different fillings like chocolate or fruit preserves for variation.