Low Sodium Chocolate Chip Buns

Indulge in the warm, freshly baked goodness of Low Sodium Chocolate Chip Buns, a heart-healthy twist on a classic treat! These soft and fluffy buns are packed with rich, melty semi-sweet chocolate chips, offering a delightful balance of sweetness and indulgence without the added sodium. Made with simple ingredients like unsalted butter, lukewarm milk, and a touch of vanilla extract, these homemade buns are perfect for those watching their salt intake but unwilling to compromise on flavor. The easy-to-follow recipe includes just a few minutes of kneading and two dough rises for that perfectly airy texture. Ideal for breakfast, snack time, or dessert, these low-sodium chocolate chip buns are a guilt-free way to satisfy your sweet tooth.

Nutriscore Rating: 60/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 3 cups All-purpose flour
• 2.5 teaspoons Instant yeast
• 0.25 cup Granulated sugar
• 0.25 cup Unsalted butter, softened
• 1 cup Milk, lukewarm
• 1 item Large egg
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 cup Semi-sweet chocolate chips
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt substitute (optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the lukewarm milk and sugar, stirring until the sugar is dissolved.

Step 2

Sprinkle the instant yeast over the milk mixture and let it sit for about 5 minutes, until slightly foamy.

Step 3

Add the softened butter, egg, and vanilla extract to the yeast mixture and stir until well combined.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, mix the flour and optional salt substitute (if using).

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet mixture, stirring continuously until a dough begins to form.

Step 6

Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.

Step 7

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

Step 8

Once the dough has risen, gently punch it down and fold in the chocolate chips evenly.

Step 9

Divide the dough into 12 equal pieces and shape each into a bun.

Step 10

Place the buns on a parchment-lined baking sheet, cover, and let rise again for about 30 minutes.

Step 11

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 12

Bake the buns in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown.

Step 13

Remove from the oven and cool on a wire rack before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(948.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2948.5

Total Fat 106.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 63.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 335.2mg	0%
Sodium 185.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 454.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 23.3g	0%
Total Sugars 154.4g
Protein 66.6g	0%

Vitamin D 165.0IU	0%
Calcium 398.4mg	0%
Iron 22.3mg	0%
Potassium 2779.4mg	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: 31.6%

Protein: 8.7%

Carbs: 59.7%