Description
Korean Cream Cheese Garlic Buns are a delightful fusion of fluffy dough and savory cream cheese filling. Bursting with garlicky goodness, these buns create an unforgettable taste experience that will leave you craving more. Perfect for any gathering or as a cozy snack, they are easy to prepare and sure to impress your guests.
Ingredients
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- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp active dry yeast
- 1 cup warm water (110°F/43°C)
- 1 tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 4 tbsp melted butter
- 8 oz full-fat cream cheese (softened)
- 4 cloves minced garlic
- 2 green onions (finely chopped)
- 2 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast; let sit for about 5 minutes until frothy.
- Gradually mix in flour and salt until a shaggy dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise in a warm spot for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Prepare the filling by mixing softened cream cheese with minced garlic and green onions in a separate bowl.
- Punch down the risen dough, divide into equal pieces, flatten each piece, fill with cream cheese mixture, and pinch closed.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Let shaped buns rise again for about 30 minutes on lined baking trays.
- Bake buns for 20-25 minutes until golden brown; brush with melted butter and sprinkle with sesame seeds before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Snack
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Korean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bun (70g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 200mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 20mg
Keywords: For added flavor, try incorporating herbs like chives or spices such as paprika into the filling. These buns can be stored in an airtight container at room temperature for up to two days or frozen once completely cooled.