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Raspberry Custard Buns


  • Author: Kelly Merritt
  • Total Time: 95
  • Yield: 8 buns 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

Soft, sweet buns filled with raspberry custard, perfect for brunch or dessert.


Ingredients

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  • 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast
  • ¾ cup warm milk (110°F)
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 2 cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons neutral oil
  • Pinch of salt
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 2 egg yolks
  • ¼ cup sugar
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • ⅓ cup raspberry puree or seedless jam
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter or dairy-free alternative

Instructions

  1. Combine warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let sit for 10 minutes until foamy.
  2. Stir in flour, oil, and salt. Knead until smooth and elastic. Let rise for 1 hour.
  3. For the custard: whisk yolks, sugar, and cornstarch in a saucepan. Add milk slowly.
  4. Cook on medium heat until thickened. Stir in raspberry puree, butter, and vanilla. Chill.
  5. Divide dough into 8. Flatten, fill with custard, and seal.
  6. To steam: steam buns on parchment squares for 10–12 minutes.
  7. To bake: brush buns with milk and bake at 350°F for 18 minutes.
  8. Cool for 5 minutes before serving.

Notes

Use dairy-free milk and butter for a vegan version. Raspberry jam can be substituted if needed. Store leftovers in the fridge and reheat by steaming or microwave.

  • Prep Time: 75
  • Cook Time: 20
  • Category: Dessert
  • Method: Steam or Bake
  • Cuisine: Fusion

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 bun
  • Calories: 190
  • Sugar: 9
  • Sodium: 120
  • Fat: 5
  • Saturated Fat: 2
  • Unsaturated Fat: 2
  • Trans Fat: 0
  • Carbohydrates: 29
  • Fiber: 1
  • Protein: 5
  • Cholesterol: 35

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