Low Fat Coffee Bun

Satisfy your coffee and pastry cravings with this irresistible Low Fat Coffee Bun recipe, a healthier twist on the classic favorite! These soft, golden buns are filled with a luscious low-fat butter and brown sugar mixture, creating a gooey, caramel-like center with every bite. Topped with a subtle glaze of instant coffee for that unmistakable coffee flavor, these buns are indulgent yet guilt-free. Made with skim milk, low-fat butter, and simple pantry staples, they come together in just under two hours, including rising and baking time. Perfect as a breakfast treat, an afternoon snack, or a pick-me-up paired with your favorite brew, these buns offer all the flavor without the excess fat. Try them today for a lighter, homemade delight that the whole family will love!

Nutriscore Rating: 58/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 300 grams All-purpose flour
• 7 grams Instant yeast
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 50 grams Granulated sugar
• 150 milliliters Skim milk
• 50 grams Low-fat unsalted butter
• 1 large Egg
• 2 tablespoons Instant coffee powder
• 50 grams Low-fat unsalted butter (for filling)
• 50 grams Brown sugar (for filling)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, instant yeast, salt, and granulated sugar. Mix well to distribute the ingredients evenly.

Step 2

In a small saucepan, heat the skim milk over low heat until lukewarm. Remove from heat.

Step 3

Melt 50 grams of low-fat unsalted butter and allow it to cool slightly, then combine it with the lukewarm milk.

Step 4

Create a well in the center of the dry ingredients, pour in the milk mixture, and add the egg.

Step 5

Mix the ingredients until a sticky dough forms. Transfer the dough onto a lightly floured surface, knead for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.

Step 6

Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover with plastic wrap or a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until it has doubled in size.

Step 7

Meanwhile, prepare the filling by blending 50 grams of low-fat unsalted butter with brown sugar. Mix until it reaches a smooth consistency and set aside.

Step 8

Once the dough has risen, punch it down to release the air and divide it into 8 equal pieces.

Step 9

Flatten each piece into a disc and place about 1 tablespoon of the filling in the center. Gather the edges to enclose the filling, sealing the bun thoroughly.

Step 10

Place the buns seam-side down onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Step 11

Dissolve the instant coffee powder in a small amount of warm water to make a paste and brush it gently over the surface of each bun.

Step 12

Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Let the buns rise for another 15 minutes while the oven heats up.

Step 13

Bake the buns in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until they are golden brown and cooked through.

Step 14

Remove the buns from the oven and allow them to cool slightly on a wire rack before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(734.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2012.6

Total Fat 50.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 27.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.0g
Cholesterol 331.3mg	0%
Sodium 2560.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 341.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.2g	0%
Total Sugars 107.1g
Protein 47.5g	0%

Vitamin D 121.8IU	0%
Calcium 351.1mg	0%
Iron 15.6mg	0%
Potassium 1443.8mg	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: 22.6%

Protein: 9.5%

Carbs: 68.0%