Stuffed buns are a classic baked delicacy, combining soft, leavened bread with a savory and flavorful filling. These buns are characterized by their golden exterior, tender crumb, and well-balanced interior, often incorporating vegetables, spices, and cheese for a harmonious taste.
You can serve them during breakfast, tea-time, or as a light snack because stuffed buns offer both nutritional value and culinary satisfaction. This recipe provides a precise method to achieve consistently well-risen, flavorful buns suitable for both home baking and professional kitchens.
What Are Stuffed Buns?
Stuffed buns are small, round bread rolls filled with a variety of ingredients, from vegetables and meats to cheeses and spices. While the origins of stuffed buns are diverse, ranging from European baked goods to Asian steamed buns, they share the same goal, delivering a satisfying combination of soft bread and flavorful filling in every bite.
These buns have become a popular street food and home snack around the world. Adding cheese to the filling, as in this recipe, creates a delightful gooey surprise that elevates a simple bun to a gourmet treat.
Pro Tips for the Best Stuffed Buns
- Kneading is key, so make sure the dough is soft, elastic, and not sticky. Proper kneading ensures fluffier buns.
- Let them rise twice, the first rise is for the dough, and the second after shaping ensures fluffy buns.
- Fill each bun generously but avoid overstuffing otherwise, the buns may burst while baking.
Frequently Asked Questions
What Kind of Cheese Works Best in Stuffed Buns?
Cheddar is ideal for its melting quality and flavor. You can also use mozzarella for a stretchier texture or a mix of cheeses for extra richness.
Can I Make Stuffed Buns Without Potatoes?
Yes! You can use cooked vegetables like carrots, peas, or mushrooms. Even minced meat or tofu works beautifully.
Can I Make the Dough Ahead of Time?
Prepare the dough, cover it tightly, and refrigerate overnight. Bring it to room temperature before shaping and baking.
Why Did My Buns Burst While Baking?
This usually happens due to overfilling or not sealing the edges properly. Ensure the dough is rolled evenly and sealed tightly.
Can I Freeze Stuffed Buns?
Yes, these buns freeze exceptionally well. Wrap them individually and place them in an airtight freezer bag. Thaw at room temperature or reheat directly in the oven.
How to Store Stuffed Buns
You can store baked buns in the fridge for up to a week. Warm slightly before serving to restore softness.
Ingredients
How to Make Cheese and Vegetables Stuffed Buns
Mix the egg white, dry yeast, sugar, salt, warm water, cornmeal, flour, and oil. Knead the dough for a couple of minutes until smooth.
Mix the egg white, dry yeast, sugar, salt, warm water, cornmeal, flour, and oil. Knead the dough for a couple of minutes until smooth.
Cover and let it rise in a warm place.
Cover and let it rise in a warm place.
Chop the potatoes, hot peppers, and pepper kapi into small pieces. Heat oil in a pan and fry the mixture until potatoes are tender.
Chop the potatoes, hot peppers, and pepper kapi into small pieces. Heat oil in a pan and fry the mixture until potatoes are tender.
Divide the dough into equal portions. Flatten each piece into a small disc in a skimmer, place a spoonful of filling in the center, add cheese, and fold the edges over to seal completely.
Divide the dough into equal portions. Flatten each piece into a small disc in a skimmer, place a spoonful of filling in the center, add cheese, and fold the edges over to seal completely.
Place the filled buns on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, cover with a clean towel and let them rise. Brush each bun with the egg yolk for a golden finish.
Place the filled buns on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, cover with a clean towel and let them rise. Brush each bun with the egg yolk for a golden finish.
Bake in a preheated oven at 180 °C / 350 °F for 20 minutes.
Bake in a preheated oven at 180 °C / 350 °F for 20 minutes.
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