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How to Make Sweet Sesame Buns: A Complete Guide

Sweet sesame buns, or *tang san jiao*, are a beloved Chinese pastry with a soft, fluffy texture and a sweet, nutty filling. Here’s a simple, step-by-step guide to making them at home.

### Ingredients

For the dough: 300g all-purpose flour, 3g active dry yeast, 15g sugar, 1ml salt, 160ml warm milk (≈40°C), 15g melted butter.

For the filling: 60g brown sugar, 30g roasted white sesame seeds, 10g flour (to prevent leakage), a pinch of salt.

### Steps

1. Make the dough: Mix flour, yeast, sugar, and salt. Gradually add warm milk and knead into a smooth, elastic dough (about 10 minutes). Add melted butter and knead until fully absorbed. Let the dough rise in a warm place for 1–1.5 hours, until doubled in size.

2. Prepare the filling: Combine brown sugar, sesame seeds, flour, and salt. Mix thoroughly.

3. Shape the buns: Punch down the risen dough and divide into 6 equal portions. Roll each into a circle (≈15cm diameter). Place 1-2 tablespoons of filling in the center, fold the edges into a triangle, and pinch tightly to seal (no gaps!).

4. Proof and bake: Place the buns on a parchment-lined tray, cover, and let rise for 20 minutes. Brush with milk or egg wash. Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for 20–25 minutes, until golden brown.

### Tips

- For extra flavor, add a pinch of cinnamon to the filling.

- Ensure the dough is well-kneaded for a soft texture.

- Enjoy warm or at room temperature—they’re perfect with tea!

With these steps, you’ll have delicious, homemade sweet sesame buns that taste just like traditional bakery treats!