Gourmet Milk Buns with Salted Maple Glaze

Gourmet Milk Buns with Salted Maple Glaze

240 mins
medium
9 servings

Enjoy these fluffy, artisan milk buns, glazed with a decadent salted maple syrup. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a special occasion.

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Equipment Needed

  • 10-inch cast iron skillet
  • Kitchen thermometer
  • Medium Saucepan
  • Parchment paper
  • Rolling Pin
  • Stand mixer with dough hook

Ingredients

  • 345.00 gramsBread Flour(All-purpose flour can be substituted)
  • 227.00 gramsWhole Milk(Use plant-based milk for Dairy-Free option)
  • 7.00 gramsInstant Dry Yeast(Ensure yeast is active)
  • 57.00 gramsUnsalted Butter(Softened)
  • 49.00 gramsGranulated Sugar
  • 1.00 eachLarge Egg
  • 15.00 gramsKosher Salt(Diamond Crystal)
  • 39.00 gramsMaple Syrup
  • 28.00 gramsMelted Butter
  • 5.00 gramsFlaky Sea Salt

Instructions

1

Combine flour and milk in a saucepan over medium heat. Whisk until thickened (150°F), about 2-3 minutes.

Estimated time: 3 minutes

2

Transfer tangzhong to a stand mixer with dough attachment. Add yeast, milk, sugar, butter, egg, and salt. Knead until smooth and tacky, 15-20 minutes.

Estimated time: 20 minutes

3

Perform the window pane test. If dough stretches thinly, it's ready. If not, knead more.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

4

Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour.

Estimated time: 60 minutes

5

Divide dough into 9 equal pieces. Roll each into an 8x3-inch rectangle, fold in thirds, and roll into a ball. Place in a lined skillet.

Estimated time: 15 minutes

6

Cover and let rise again until nearly doubled, 45 minutes.

Estimated time: 45 minutes

7

Preheat oven to 350°F. Brush buns with milk and bake until golden brown (190°F internal temp), 30-35 minutes.

Estimated time: 35 minutes

8

Combine melted butter and maple syrup. Brush over warm buns and sprinkle with sea salt.

Estimated time: 5 minutes

9

Serve warm and enjoy!

Estimated time: 2 minutes