Description
Soft, fluffy buns filled with a silky smooth and sweet egg custard, steamed to perfection. A popular dim sum treat known for its creamy center and light texture.
Ingredients
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- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup warm water
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 tsp instant yeast
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil
- 3 egg yolks
- 1/4 cup milk
- 1/4 cup heavy cream
- 1/4 cup sugar (for custard)
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tbsp butter
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
- Add flour, salt, and vegetable oil. Knead until a smooth dough forms. Cover and let rise for 1 hour or until doubled.
- To make the custard, whisk egg yolks, milk, cream, sugar, and cornstarch in a saucepan over medium heat until thickened.
- Remove from heat, stir in butter and vanilla extract. Let cool completely.
- Divide dough into equal pieces and flatten each one. Add a spoonful of custard in the center and seal the dough around it.
- Place buns on parchment paper squares, cover and let rise for 20 minutes.
- Steam over boiling water for 10-12 minutes.
- Let rest for 2 minutes before serving.
Notes
- Make sure custard is fully cooled before filling buns to avoid leakage.
- Use parchment paper to prevent sticking while steaming.
- Leftover buns can be refrigerated and reheated by steaming for 3-5 minutes.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bun
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 100mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 26g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 50mg
