Steamed Buns
Fluffy, pillowy, and irresistibly soft, these homemade Steamed Buns are the perfect blank canvas for your favorite fillings, or a deliciously simple snack on their own. Made from pantry staples like all-purpose flour, instant yeast, and warm milk, this recipe is approachable yet yields bakery-level results. The dough comes together with ease and is kneaded until smooth, then allowed to rise to perfection. Steamed gently to preserve their light, airy texture, these buns are a versatile addition to any meal—pair them with savory fillings like braised pork or keep it sweet with a dollop of jam. With just 30 minutes of prep and a quick 15-minute steam, these buns are ideal for any occasion, from family dinners to meal prep. Whether you're an experienced baker or a novice in the kitchen, this recipe ensures soft, cloud-like buns that will have you coming back for more.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 300 grams All-purpose flour
- 7 grams Instant yeast
- 2 tablespoons Sugar
- 1 teaspoon Baking powder
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 150 milliliters Warm milk
- 50 milliliters Water
- 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, instant yeast, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Mix well to ensure even distribution of the ingredients.
Create a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour in the warm milk, water, and vegetable oil.
Mix the ingredients with a wooden spoon or dough scraper until they start to come together and form a rough dough.
Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic.
Place the kneaded dough back into the mixing bowl and cover it with a damp cloth. Let it rise in a warm place for about 60-90 minutes, or until it doubles in size.
After the dough has risen, punch it down to release the air. Transfer it to a lightly floured surface and roll it out into a log.
Divide the log into 10 equal pieces using a knife or dough cutter.
Shape each piece of dough into a ball by tucking the ends underneath, then roll using your palm on the work surface until smooth.
Arrange the shaped buns on a piece of parchment paper, ensuring there is enough space between each bun for expansion.
Cover the buns loosely with a damp cloth and let them rise for an additional 20-30 minutes until they are slightly puffy.
Prepare the steamer by bringing water to a boil over high heat. Reduce the heat to medium once it reaches a boil.
Place the parchment paper with buns in the steamer, leaving space between each bun. Steam the buns for 15 minutes until they are puffy and cooked through.
Carefully remove the buns from the steamer and let them cool slightly before serving.
Enjoy the steamed buns on their own or fill with your favorite savory or sweet fillings.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1520 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 32.6 g | 42% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.1 g | 30% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 16.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 13 mg | 4% | |
| Sodium | 1705 mg | 74% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 266.8 g | 97% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 10.2 g | 36% | |
| Total Sugars | 33.4 g | ||
| Protein | 39.1 g | 78% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.6 mcg | 8% | |
| Calcium | 242 mg | 19% | |
| Iron | 14.3 mg | 79% | |
| Potassium | 633 mg | 13% | |
*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.
