Chinese Cocktail Buns

May 14, 2023May 14, 20230 13
Sweet and scrumptious Chinese Cocktail Buns
in Pastry

Prep

60 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

90 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1/3 cup white sugar
1 cup milk
1/4 cup softened butter
1 tablespoon active dry yeast
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 egg , beaten
1 cup all-purpose flour , or more if needed
1/4 cup softened butter
1/2 cup white sugar
1/2 cup nonfat dry milk powder
1/2 cup all-purpose flour
1 cup finely grated fresh coconut
1 egg ( optional )
1 tablespoon sesame seeds , for garnish ( optional )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
12
Calories
275
Sugar
21g
Fat
10g
The Chinese cocktail bun is a popular pastry in Hong Kong that has become a beloved treat in Chinese bakeries around the world. This pastry is a sweet, chewy bun that's studded with grated coconut and baked to a golden brown. Its unique combination of flavors and textures makes it a beloved snack or dessert in many parts of the world. Some people also enjoy these buns as a breakfast pastry.

Instructions

1.Warm the milk in a small saucepan over low heat.
2.Add the sugar and butter to the saucepan and whisk until the butter is melted and the sugar is dissolved.
3.Remove the saucepan from heat.
4.Sprinkle the yeast over the milk mixture and let it sit for 5 minutes.
5.In a large bowl, mix the flour and egg together.
6.Add the milk mixture to the flour and egg mixture and mix until well combined.
7.Knead the dough on a floured surface until it's smooth and elastic.
8.Place the dough in a greased bowl and cover with a wet towel.
9.Allow the dough to rest for an hour until it doubles in size.
10.In another bowl mix softened butter, sugar, nonfat milk powder and flour, and grated coconut. Make sure it’s smooth.
11.Divide the dough into 12 pieces and form into small balls.
12.Roll each piece out to 1/4 thickness
13.Place a spoonful of the coconut mixture in the middle of each piece of dough and fold the edges up into your palm to form a ball.
14.Place each ball onto a baking sheet at least 2 inches apart.
15.Let them rest for 30 mins.
16.Preheat your oven to 400F degree.
17.Brush the beaten egg over the cocktail buns, sprinkle sesame seeds on top of each cocktail bun.
18.Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden.

PROS

These buns are sweet, chewy, and have a unique texture thanks to the grated coconut.
They are perfect for a mid-day snack or an afternoon tea.

CONS

These buns contain a lot of sugar and are not suitable for people who are watching their sugar intake or following a low-carb diet.
They also require some patience and time due to the resting and baking time.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The coconut in these buns is high in fiber, which can aid in digestion and help control blood sugar levels. They are also a good source of iron and zinc, which support your immune system and energy levels.

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