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Raspberry Custard Buns

Raspberry Custard Buns: A Nostalgic Easter Delight

Delicious Raspberry Custard Buns filled with creamy custard and vibrant raspberry filling, perfect for Easter celebrations.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
First Rise 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 50 minutes
Servings: 12 buns
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

Dough Ingredients
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour can substitute with bread flour
  • 2 teaspoons active dry yeast or instant yeast
  • 1/4 cup sugar or coconut sugar for lower glycemic
  • 1 cup whole milk warm (around 110°F/43°C)
Custard Filling Ingredients
  • 4 large egg yolks reserve egg whites for meringue if desired
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch important for thickening
  • 2 tablespoons butter can replace with plant-based option
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract fresh vanilla beans can be used
Raspberry Filling Ingredients
  • 2 cups raspberries fresh or frozen
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice lime juice can be used as a substitute

Equipment

  • mixing bowl
  • saucepan
  • Baking Tray
  • Parchment paper
  • kitchen towel

Method
 

Dough Instructions
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, sugar, active dry yeast, and warm whole milk. Stir until well combined. Knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  2. Place the kneaded dough in a warm, covered bowl to let it rise until doubled in size, about 1 to 2 hours.
Custard Instructions
  1. In a saucepan over medium heat, whisk together whole milk, egg yolks, sugar, and cornstarch until thickened, about 5-7 minutes. Stir in butter and vanilla extract and let cool.
Raspberry Filling Instructions
  1. In another saucepan, combine raspberries, sugar, cornstarch, and lemon juice. Cook over medium heat until thickened, about 7-10 minutes. Let cool.
Assemble and Bake
  1. Punch down risen dough, divide into portions, flatten each, and scoop custard and raspberry filling into center. Seal and place seam-side down on parchment-lined tray.
  2. Cover the shaped buns with a towel and let rest for about 30 minutes.
  3. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Brush buns with egg wash and bake for 18-20 minutes or until golden brown.
  4. Let cool slightly, then dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bunCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 4gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 5gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 8gVitamin A: 300IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, refrigerate for up to 5 days, or freeze for up to 3 months.

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