Cream Buns

Indulge in the pillowy perfection of homemade Cream Buns, a timeless bakery treat that's surprisingly easy to recreate in your own kitchen! These soft, golden-brown buns are made from a fluffy, yeast-raised dough enriched with butter and milk, then filled to the brim with luscious vanilla-infused whipped cream. With their lightly sweetened and airy texture, these buns make an irresistible snack or dessert. Topped with a delicate dusting of powdered sugar, they look as dreamy as they taste. Perfect for tea time, brunch, or a special occasion, this recipe combines classic baking techniques with a touch of elegance. Treat yourself to the ultimate comfort bake!

Nutriscore Rating: 50/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 350 g All-purpose flour
• 50 g Granulated sugar
• 1 tsp Salt
• 7 g Dry yeast
• 200 ml Whole milk
• 50 g Unsalted butter
• 1 large Egg
• 300 ml Heavy cream
• 30 g Powdered sugar
• 1 tsp Vanilla extract
• 5 g Powdered sugar (for dusting)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the milk gently in a saucepan until warm (not hot to the touch). Remove from heat and add the dry yeast and 1 teaspoon of the sugar. Stir gently and let sit for 5–10 minutes until frothy.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, remaining sugar, and salt. Mix well.

Step 3

Add the frothy yeast mixture, egg, and melted butter to the bowl. Mix until a dough begins to form.

Step 4

Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Alternatively, use a stand mixer with a dough hook for 5–7 minutes.

Step 5

Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a damp towel, and let it rise in a warm place for 1–1.5 hours or until doubled in size.

Step 6

Punch down the risen dough and divide it into 8 equal portions. Shape each portion into a ball and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet, leaving space between each one.

Step 7

Cover the buns with a damp towel and let them rise again for 30 minutes.

Step 8

Preheat the oven to 190°C (375°F). Once risen, bake the buns for 12–15 minutes or until golden brown. Remove and let cool completely on a wire rack.

Step 9

While the buns cool, whip the heavy cream, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract together until stiff peaks form. Chill the whipped cream until ready to use.

Step 10

Once the buns are completely cool, use a sharp knife to make a slit in the side of each bun without cutting all the way through.

Step 11

Using a piping bag or spoon, fill each bun generously with the whipped cream.

Step 12

Dust the filled cream buns with powdered sugar before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1064.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3222.3

Total Fat 161.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 91.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.2g
Cholesterol 655.0mg	0%
Sodium 2665.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 365.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.9g	0%
Total Sugars 95.7g
Protein 52.6g	0%

Vitamin D 144.5IU	0%
Calcium 340.7mg	0%
Iron 17.5mg	0%
Potassium 916.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 46.4%

Protein: 6.7%

Carbs: 46.8%