Hong Kong Style Pineapple Buns

Name: Hong Kong Style Pineapple Buns
Prep time: PT45 minutes
Cook time: PT20 minutes
Total time: PT1 hour 5 minutes (plus proofing time)
Yield: 12
Cuisine: Hong Kong
Ingredients: 300 g All-purpose flour (for the dough); 150 ml Milk (lukewarm); 50 g Granulated Sugar (for the dough); 5 g Active Dry Yeast; 1 large Egg (beaten, for dough); 30 g Butter (softened, for dough); 3 g Salt; 60 g Butter (softened, for topping); 80 g Granulated Sugar (for topping); 1 large Egg (beaten, for topping); 100 g All-purpose flour (for topping); 1 tbsp Egg wash (beaten egg mixed with 1 tsp water, for glazing)

Bo Lo Bao

Sweet, soft, and fluffy buns with a crisp, sugary, cookie-like topping that resembles a pineapple's texture. A beloved breakfast and snack item in Hong Kong.

準備時間45 minutes

調理時間20 minutes

合計時間1 hour 5 minutes (plus proofing time)

分量12

難易度Hard

オリジナル· Feb 8

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👨‍🍳 作り方

1
Activate the yeast: In a small bowl, combine lukewarm milk, yeast, and a pinch of sugar. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
⏱️ 10 minutes
2
Make the dough: In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, and salt. Add the activated yeast mixture, beaten egg, and softened butter. Mix until a shaggy dough forms. Knead on a floured surface for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
⏱️ 10 minutes
3
First proof: Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
⏱️ 1 hour
4
Prepare the topping: In a separate bowl, cream together softened butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Beat in the egg until well combined. Gradually add the flour and mix until a soft dough forms. Chill in the refrigerator.
💡 プロのコツ: Do not overmix the topping dough.
5
Shape the buns: Punch down the risen dough and divide it into 12 equal portions. Shape each portion into a ball. Flatten each ball and place a portion of the chilled topping dough on top. Gently press the topping dough to cover the top of the bun, creating a slightly cracked surface.
💡 プロのコツ: Work quickly to prevent the topping from melting.
6
Second proof: Place the shaped buns on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Cover and let them rise for another 30-45 minutes.
⏱️ 45 minutes
7
Bake: Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Brush the buns with egg wash. Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
⏱️ 20 minutes
💡 プロのコツ: Rotate the baking sheet halfway through for even browning.

調理履歴を記録する

💡 プロのコツ

✓Ensure all ingredients for the dough are at room temperature.
✓The topping should be firm enough to handle but soft enough to spread.
✓For a more pronounced pineapple texture, gently score the topping with a knife.

✨ アレンジアイデア

このレシピを独自にアレンジするためのヒント

Add a small slice of butter inside the bun after baking for extra richness.
Incorporate a bit of custard powder into the topping for a subtle flavor variation.