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Stovetop Custard Cream Buns

Delicious, easy-to-make buns with a crispy exterior and a creamy custard filling, perfect for spontaneous gatherings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 12 buns
Course: Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: Portuguese, Street Food
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough Ingredients
  • 1 3/4 cup all purpose / cake flour
  • 1 teaspoon instant dry yeast
  • 1 Tablespoon white granulated or castor sugar
  • 1/3 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup warm water Should be around 100–110°F (37–43°C)
  • 1 Tablespoon milk
  • 1 Tablespoon canola or sunflower oil
Custard Filling
  • 1 cup custard filling (homemade or store-bought) Cool before using to prevent leaking

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large bowl, combine the instant dry yeast, sugar, salt, and flour.
  2. Mix the warm water, milk, and oil in a saucepan or measuring jug and add to the flour mixture.
  3. Knead for 5 minutes until it forms a smooth, soft dough.
  4. Cover and leave to rise for an hour in a warm area.
  5. Punch down the risen dough and knead for another 3 minutes.
  6. Divide the dough into 12 equal pieces and roll each into a circle.
  7. Place a teaspoon of cooled custard on half of each circle, fold over, and seal the edges.
  8. Let the buns rest for 15 minutes.
Cooking
  1. Heat a non-stick pan on low and oil it.
  2. Place the buns in the pan and cook on low heat for 10 minutes, then flip and cook for another 5 minutes.
  3. Remove from the pan, allow to cool slightly, and dust with powdered sugar if desired.

Notes

Store cooled buns in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days or freeze unfilled buns for longer storage. Reheat gently before serving.