Description
Fluffy and delightful, Red Bean Milk Buns are a delicious treat that can brighten any occasion. With their soft texture and sweetened red bean paste filling, these buns are perfect for breakfast, a cozy coffee break, or an afternoon tea gathering. Easy to make at home, they’re not only a favorite among family meals but also ideal for sharing with friends. Whether enjoyed warm from the oven or as part of a dessert platter, these versatile buns are sure to satisfy your sweet cravings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 18 ounces sweetened red bean paste
- 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
- Sesame seeds for topping
Instructions
- In a stand mixer, combine bread flour, sugar, salt, instant yeast, and optional milk powder. Gradually add warm milk and cream along with the egg. Knead on low speed for about 10 minutes until the dough is tacky.
- Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let it rise in a warm place for about 2 hours or until doubled in size.
- Divide the risen dough into nine equal pieces and shape each into a ball.
- Flatten each ball into a circle, fill with red bean paste, seal tightly, then place seam-side down on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Let them rise again for about 30 minutes while preheating your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Brush with an egg wash and sprinkle sesame seeds before baking for around 20 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Asian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 35mg