Sweet Potato Buns

These Sweet Potato Buns are a delightful fusion of Korean flavors and gluten-free goodness, perfect for a cozy meal. Soft and slightly sweet, they make for an excellent snack or accompaniment to your favorite dishes.

Sweet Potato Buns
45 minutes
Difficulty: Medium
Korean
220 kcal

Ingredients

  • Sweet potato - 200 grams
  • Gluten-free all-purpose flour - 150 grams
  • Tapioca starch - 50 grams
  • Baking powder - 1 teaspoon
  • Salt - 1/2 teaspoon
  • Honey - 2 tablespoons
  • Coconut milk - 100 ml
  • Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
  • Sesame seeds - 1 tablespoon

Steps

  1. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking tray with parchment paper.
  2. Peel and steam the sweet potato until tender, about 15 minutes. Mash it in a bowl until smooth.
  3. In a separate bowl, combine gluten-free all-purpose flour, tapioca starch, baking powder, and salt.
  4. Add the mashed sweet potato, honey, coconut milk, and olive oil to the dry ingredients and mix until a dough forms.
  5. Divide the dough into 4 equal pieces and shape each piece into a bun.
  6. Place the buns on the prepared baking tray and sprinkle sesame seeds on top.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until the buns are lightly golden.
  8. Remove from the oven and let cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 220
  • Protein: 3 g
  • Carbs: 38 g
  • Fiber: 5 g
  • Sugar: 6 g
  • Sodium: 150 mg
  • Cholesterol: 0 mg
  • Total Fat: 6 g
  • Saturated Fat: 1 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5 g
  • Water: 0.1 L

Health Benefits

  • Rich in fiber, which aids in digestion.
  • High in antioxidants, supporting overall health and immunity.

Tags

KoreanGluten-FreeBaked Dish