Red Bean Buns are sweet buns wrapped with red bean paste. This red bean bun recipe is popular among the Chinese in Asian countries and Japanese.

Contributor: Ho Siew Loon

Baking has always been my cup of tea.

And I would say that I love to bake breads and buns for my family and friends.

With some leftover red bean paste in the refrigerator, I have decided to clear it up by making some of these beautiful red bean buns (or rolls).

I am really happy  with how they turned out and within minutes they were all gone.

They were delicious!

Making buns using Overnight Sponge Dough Method from “Alex Goh’s Baking Code” actually gives the buns a very soft, springy and fine texture which I am really impressed.

The bun is soft like a pillow that you can eat it on its own or with your favorite filling.

I truly enjoy eating this bun especially when it is fresh from the oven.

The lovely aroma that filled the house makes it difficult to resist.

This red bean bun is definitely one of the best buns I have made so far.

For the shape, I was inspired by Happy Home Baking.

How Many Calories Per Serving?

This recipe is only 283 calories per serving.

What Dishes to Serve with this Recipe?

This meal is best served with a bowl of steamed white rice. For a wholesome Japanese meal and easy weeknight dinner, I recommend the following recipes.

Hot Cross Buns

Ham and Cheese Buns

Challah Bread

Hawaiian Rolls

Yield: 4 people

Red Bean Bun

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Red Bean Buns are sweet buns wrapped with red bean paste. This red bean bun recipe is popular among the Chinese in Asian countries and Japanese.

Ingredients

A:

• 400 g (14 oz.) high protein flour (bread flour)
• 100 g (4 oz.) all-purpose flour
• 2 tablespoons milk powder
• 60 g (3 oz.) sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 3 teaspoons yeast

B:

• 100 g (4 oz.) overnight sponge dough

C:

• 180 g (6 oz.) water
• 2 large eggs

D:

• 80 g (3 oz.) butter

Overnight Sponge Dough

• 100 g (4 oz.) high protein flour
• 60 g (2 oz.) water
• 1/4 teaspoon yeast

To Make Buns(makes about 15 buns)

• 1 batch sweet bun dough
• 300 g (10 oz.) red bean paste, divide into 15 balls
• Egg wash, 1 egg yolk + 1 Tbsp Water
• sesame seeds, optional

Instructions

Sweet Bun Dough

1. Mix Ingredients A until well blended.
2. Add in B and gradually add in C. Use a dough hook to beat till you get a dough.
3. Add in D and continue beating on medium speed until you get a smooth and elastic dough.
4. Cover dough and let it proof for 40 minutes or till double in size.

Overnight Sponge Dough

1. Mix all ingredients. Knead well to form a dough.
2. Proof for 30 minutes and keep refrigerated overnight or at least 8 hours.

To Make Buns(makes about 15 buns)

1. Divide dough into 50 g each. Flatten dough. Put the Red Bean Dough in the middle and wrap it up. Seal it nicely.
2. Roll the roll out into a long oval shape. Use a sharp knife to make about 4 slits on the dough (vertical slits about 1/2 inch apart). Roll it up like a swiss roll and carefully seal the edges.
3. Place the rolls on the baking tray about 2 inches apart and leave it to rise for about 40 minutes or double in size. Brush with egg wash and top with sesame seeds.
4. Bake at 180 Celsius for about 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.

Nutrition Information

Yield

4

Serving Size

4 people
Amount Per Serving Calories 283Total Fat 26gSaturated Fat 13gUnsaturated Fat 0gCholesterol 128mgSodium 945mgCarbohydrates 223gFiber 8gSugar 52gProtein 32g