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Coconut Cream Buns: Decadent Homemade Delights Recipe

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These Coconut Cream Buns are soft, pillowy homemade bread buns filled with luscious whipped coconut cream and topped with desiccated coconut. Combining a lightly sweetened, buttery dough with a rich and creamy filling, these buns offer a perfect balance of texture and flavor, ideal for a decadent snack or dessert that everyone will love.

Ingredients

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Dough Ingredients

  • 300 g bread flour
  • 140 ml whole milk, warmed
  • 7 g active dry yeast
  • 30 g sugar
  • 5 g salt
  • 80 g sweetened condensed milk
  • 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 large egg

Topping and Glaze

  • 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
  • 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon boiling water
  • 1/4 cup unsweetened desiccated coconut

Whipped Cream Filling

  • 2 cups heavy whipping cream
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1/4 teaspoon salt

Instructions

  1. Warm the Milk: Gently warm the milk to about 100-110°F (38°C). Stir in a pinch of sugar and the active dry yeast. Let it sit for 5 minutes until bubbles form, indicating the yeast is active.
  2. Combine Ingredients: In a mixing bowl, add bread flour, sugar, salt, sweetened condensed milk, melted butter, and 1 large egg. Mix until well combined.
  3. Mix with Yeast: Pour the activated yeast mixture into the bowl with the other ingredients and mix until combined. Cover with plastic wrap and let rest for 20 minutes to rise slightly.
  4. Knead the Dough: Using a mixer fitted with a dough hook, knead the dough on low speed, gradually increasing to speed 8, for 10 to 12 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  5. First Rise: Grease a bowl with oil, place the kneaded dough inside, cover with plastic wrap, and let rise in a warm spot until doubled in size, about 1 hour.
  6. Prepare the Baking Pan: Line a 13” x 9” baking pan with parchment paper. Punch down the dough, transfer to a lightly oiled surface, and divide into 10 equal pieces.
  7. Shape the Buns: Roll each piece into a smooth ball. Cover with plastic wrap and let rest for 35 to 45 minutes for a second rise.
  8. Preheat the Oven: Preheat the oven to 350°F (176°C) while the buns are resting.
  9. Prepare Egg Wash: Whisk the beaten egg and brush it over the tops of the dough balls for a golden finish.
  10. Bake the Buns: Place the pan in the oven and bake for about 18 minutes or until golden brown. Remove and allow to cool while preparing the cream filling.
  11. Make the Syrup: Dissolve 1 tablespoon granulated sugar in 1 tablespoon boiling water to create a syrup.
  12. Whip the Cream: In a mixer bowl, combine heavy cream, vanilla extract, powdered sugar, and salt. Whip until medium-stiff peaks form.
  13. Assemble the Buns: Slice cooled buns horizontally, brush the insides with syrup, and sprinkle with unsweetened desiccated coconut.
  14. Fill with Cream: Using a piping bag, fill each bun with the whipped cream in an ‘S’ shape for a whimsical look.
  15. Serve and Enjoy: Serve immediately or store in an airtight container for freshness.

Notes

  • Ensure the yeast is fresh and the milk temperature is correct to activate fermentation properly.
  • You can substitute bread flour with all-purpose flour, but the texture may be slightly less chewy.
  • For a dairy-free option, substitute whole milk and heavy cream with plant-based alternatives and choose a vegan unsalted butter.
  • The syrup brush adds moisture and enhances sweetness inside the buns.
  • Do not overwhip the cream; medium-stiff peaks create a stable yet fluffy filling.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

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