Matcha Red Bean Bun
Fetch yourself one of these fetching Matcha Red Bean Buns because they're bun in a million! Enhance the classic sweet steamed bun with Suncore Foods® Midori Jade Matcha Powder to add this rustic green color and add the earthy flavor of matcha that pairs well with a delicious, sweet red bean filling. A great way to enjoy these pillowy-soft fluffy steamed buns is with a heartwarming cup of milk or tea. Life is matcha better with good food!
Ingredients
250g bread flour
15g sugar of choice
3g active dry yeast
3g salt
175g milk of choice
25g butter
1 tbsp Suncore Foods® Midori Jade Matcha Powder dissolved in 1 tbsp water
170g Red bean filling
Directions
1. In a stand mixer, add all ingredients except for the butter. Mix on the low-medium speed with the hook attachment until the dough comes together, about 8 mins. Add butter, a few pieces at a time. Scrape down the bowl. Continue to knead on medium speed for 10 mins until the dough is smooth. Coverlet proof for 1 hour.
2. Transfer dough to the countertop. Divide dough into 6 portions, roll each dough piece into a ball, and let rest for 10 mins.
3. Flatten dough into a round disc. Wrap each dough with one portion of the red bean paste (28g) Pinch and seal the seam tightly. Flatten the dough into a round disc and roll out into a longish oval shape (15cm). Use a knife to make scoring. Roll up, seal, and pinch the edges.