Hawaiian Buns
Elevate your bread game with these soft, fluffy Hawaiian Buns, a tropical twist on classic dinner rolls! Infused with the natural sweetness of pineapple juice and enriched with creamy milk, butter, and eggs, these buns deliver a rich flavor and melt-in-your-mouth texture. The subtly sweet dough is balanced with vanilla and just a hint of salt, creating a delightful harmony that's perfect for any occasion. Whether as a side for savory dishes, a base for sliders, or simply enjoyed warm with butter, these golden-brown buns are sure to be the star of your table. Easy to make with a straightforward kneading and rising process, these homemade Hawaiian Buns bring bakery-quality goodness right to your kitchen!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Pineapple juice
- 0.5 cup Whole milk
- 0.25 cup Unsalted butter
- 0.5 cup Granulated sugar
- 2.25 teaspoons Active dry yeast
- 1.5 teaspoons Salt
- 2 pieces Large eggs
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.25 cup Cornstarch
- 1 piece Egg yolk
- 1 tablespoon Water
Instructions
Begin by heating the pineapple juice and milk over low heat until warm but not too hot—approximately 110°F to activate the yeast.
Add the warm pineapple juice and milk to a large mixing bowl and stir in the yeast and sugar. Let it sit until foamy, about 5-10 minutes.
In the meanwhile, melt the butter and allow it to cool slightly.
Once the yeast mixture is ready, add melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract to the bowl and mix to combine.
In another bowl, mix together the flour, cornstarch, and salt.
Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until a dough begins to form.
Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead it for about 8-10 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic. If it is too sticky, add a little more flour as needed.
Grease a large bowl with oil, and place the dough inside. Cover with a kitchen towel and let it rise in a warm place until it doubles in size, about 1-2 hours.
Once risen, punch down the dough and divide it into 16 equal pieces.
Shape each piece into a smooth ball and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, about 1 inch apart.
Cover the buns with a kitchen towel and let them rise again until almost doubled, about 30-45 minutes.
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
In a small bowl, whisk the egg yolk with water to make an egg wash. Brush the tops of the buns with this egg wash to achieve a golden color when baked.
Bake the buns in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until they are golden brown and firm to the touch.
Remove from oven and let them cool on a wire rack before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3046 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 48.0 g | 62% | |
| Saturated Fat | 21.7 g | 108% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.1 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 633 mg | 211% | |
| Sodium | 3753 mg | 163% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 571.8 g | 208% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.2 g | 58% | |
| Total Sugars | 141.7 g | ||
| Protein | 77.4 g | 155% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.8 mcg | 19% | |
| Calcium | 338 mg | 26% | |
| Iron | 28.2 mg | 157% | |
| Potassium | 1302 mg | 28% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
