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How to Make Honey Bean Buns: A Simple Guide

Honey bean buns are soft, slightly sweet, and packed with flavorful red bean paste—perfect for breakfast or a snack. Here’s an easy recipe to try.

Ingredients: For the dough, you’ll need 250g all-purpose flour, 30g sugar, 1 egg, 5g yeast, 120ml warm milk, and 30g butter. For the filling, use 200g store-bought or homemade red bean paste.

Steps:

1. Activate yeast: Mix warm milk and sugar, then sprinkle yeast. Let sit for 5 minutes until frothy.

2. Make dough: In a bowl, combine flour, the yeast mixture, and egg. Knead into a smooth dough, then add softened butter and knead until elastic (about 10 minutes).

3. First rise: Place dough in an oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm spot for 1–1.5 hours until doubled.

4. Shape buns: Punch down the dough, divide into 8 equal portions. Flatten each, wrap a spoonful of red bean paste, and seal tightly. Place on a baking tray.

5. Second rise: Cover and let rise for 30 minutes. Brush with milk or egg wash for a golden top.

6. Bake: Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Bake for 15–18 minutes until golden. Cool slightly before enjoying.

Tips: For extra sweetness, drizzle honey on top after baking. These buns stay fresh for 2 days in an airtight container. Enjoy your homemade treat!