Egg Custard Buns

Egg Custard Buns are soft, fluffy steamed buns filled with a rich, creamy custard made from eggs and milk, perfect for a delightful brunch. These buns are not only comforting but also bring a taste of authentic Chinese cuisine to your table.

Ingredients

• All-purpose flour - 250 grams
• Sugar - 30 grams
• Instant yeast - 5 grams
• Milk - 150 ml
• Butter - 20 grams, melted
• Eggs - 2 large
• Vanilla extract - 1 teaspoon
• Cornstarch - 20 grams
• Salt - a pinch
• Water - for steaming

Steps

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, sugar, instant yeast, and a pinch of salt. Mix well.
2. In another bowl, whisk together the milk, melted butter, and one egg until combined. Gradually add to the dry ingredients, mixing until a dough forms.
3. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place it in a greased bowl, cover with a cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 30 minutes, or until doubled in size.
4. While the dough is rising, prepare the custard filling. In a saucepan, whisk together the remaining egg, cornstarch, sugar, and vanilla extract. Gradually add in 150 ml of milk and cook over low heat, stirring constantly until the mixture thickens into a custard. Remove from heat and let it cool.
5. After the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into 6 equal pieces. Flatten each piece into a circle and place a spoonful of custard in the center. Gather the edges of the dough and pinch them together to seal the filling inside.
6. Place the buns on a piece of parchment paper. Prepare a steamer and bring water to a boil. Carefully place the buns in the steamer, cover, and steam for about 15 minutes.
7. Once cooked, remove the buns from the steamer and serve warm.

Nutrition

• Calories: 290
• Protein: 8 g
• Carbs: 43 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 180 mg
• Cholesterol: 120 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• Provides a good source of protein from eggs.
• Contains essential vitamins and minerals from dairy ingredients.

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