Description
Milk and Sugar Mini Buns melt hearts with their delicate, pillowy texture and sweet charm. Brazilian bakeries inspire these irresistible little treats that welcome you to savor each tender, cloud-like bite of pure comfort.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients (Dairy and Eggs):
- ¾ cup warm milk
- 1 large egg
- 1 large egg (for egg wash)
- ½ cup milk powder
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, softened
Dry Ingredients (Flour and Seasonings):
- 3 ¼ to 3 ¾ cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast
Liquid and Liquid Additives:
- ¼ cup warm water (110–115 degrees Fahrenheit)
- ½ cup sugar (for milk-sugar mixture)
Instructions
- Activate the yeast by gently mixing it with lukewarm water (110°F/43°C) in a petite mixing vessel, allowing it to bloom and become frothy for approximately 5 minutes.
- In a capacious mixing bowl, whisk together lukewarm milk (/240 milliliters), softened butter (/57 grams), egg, granulated sugar, and salt until thoroughly combined.
- Incorporate the activated yeast mixture into the milk blend, creating a uniform liquid base.
- Gradually fold in of all-purpose flour, stirring until the ingredients meld seamlessly.
- Continue adding remaining flour incrementally, kneading until the dough coheres into a smooth, elastic mass that pulls away from the bowl’s sides.
- Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured work surface, then methodically knead for 8-10 minutes until achieving a silky, responsive texture.
- Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, drape with a clean kitchen towel, and allow to rise in a draft-free environment for 1 to 1.5 hours until volume doubles.
- Gently deflate the risen dough and portion into 50-55 uniform small balls, positioning them snugly in a greased 9×13 inch (23×33 centimeters) baking pan.
- Loosely cover the pan and permit a second rise for approximately 1 hour until buns appear puffy and interconnected.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) while preparing the topping by mixing milk powder and sugar in a separate bowl.
- Gently brush the buns with beaten egg, then sprinkle half the milk-sugar mixture across the surface.
- Bake for 17-20 minutes until achieving a golden-brown complexion.
- Remove from oven, allow brief cooling, then dust with remaining milk-sugar mixture for a delicate, sweet finish.
Notes
- Activate yeast carefully in warm water, ensuring it becomes foamy to guarantee proper bread rising.
- Use room temperature ingredients like milk and butter to help dough develop smooth, consistent texture.
- Knead dough thoroughly for 6-10 minutes to develop gluten, creating soft and tender mini buns.
- Allow sufficient rising time in warm space, letting dough double in size for light, airy texture.
- Divide dough evenly into 50-55 small portions to ensure uniform baking and consistent size.
- Brush egg wash and sprinkle milk-sugar mixture before and after baking for golden, slightly sweet crust.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Snacks, Desserts
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Portuguese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 12
- Calories: 230 kcal
- Sugar: 15 g
- Sodium: 180 mg
- Fat: 7 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 40 mg