Sugar-Free Coffee Bun

Indulge in the irresistible aroma and flavor of these Sugar-Free Coffee Buns, a guilt-free twist on the café classic! Made with erythritol as a natural sugar substitute, these soft, fluffy buns are filled with a luscious cream cheese center and topped with a velvety coffee-infused cream. Perfectly golden and delightfully rich, each bite offers a satisfying balance of sweetness and bitterness, without added sugar. This recipe is ideal for coffee lovers and anyone seeking a healthier treat, with a preparation process that’s approachable yet rewarding. Serve them warm and pair with your favorite cup of coffee or tea for a bakery-style experience at home! Perfect for breakfast, snack time, or dessert, these sugar-free buns are as heavenly as they are wholesome.

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:120 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:135 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 120 ml whole milk
• 7 g instant yeast
• 350 g all-purpose flour
• 50 g erythritol (sugar substitute)
• 50 g unsalted butter, softened
• 1 large egg
• 5 g salt
• 2 tbsp instant coffee powder
• 30 ml hot water
• 100 ml whipping cream
• 30 g erythritol (for coffee topping)
• 1 egg yolk
• 50 g unsalted butter, for coffee topping
• 80 g cream cheese (for filling)

Directions

Step 1

Warm the whole milk to about 38°C (100°F) and dissolve the instant yeast in it. Let it sit for about 5 minutes until frothy.

Step 2

In a large bowl, combine flour, 50g erythritol, and salt. Add the softened butter, egg, and the yeast mixture.

Step 3

Knead the mixture for about 10 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic. If using an electric mixer with a dough hook, knead for about 5-7 minutes.

Step 4

Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until it doubles in size.

Step 5

While the dough is rising, prepare the coffee topping. Dissolve the instant coffee powder in hot water and let it cool.

Step 6

In a bowl, cream together the softened butter and erythritol until light and fluffy. Add the egg yolk and mix until combined.

Step 7

Gradually add the whipping cream and dissolved coffee to the butter mixture, mixing until smooth and creamy.

Step 8

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

Step 9

Flatten each portion slightly, place a small spoonful of cream cheese in the center, and wrap the dough around to seal.

Step 10

Place the filled dough balls onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, seam side down.

Step 11

Pipe or spoon the coffee topping over the buns in a circular motion to cover the top of the buns.

Step 12

Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Let the buns rest for 15 minutes for a final rise.

Step 13

Bake the buns in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes or until the coffee topping is set and the buns are golden brown.

Step 14

Cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your sugar-free coffee buns with a nice hot cup of coffee or tea.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(953.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2855.6

Total Fat 160.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 94.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 790.9mg	0%
Sodium 2402.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 361.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.5g	0%
Total Sugars 10.5g
Protein 59.2g	0%

Vitamin D 145.8IU	0%
Calcium 356.3mg	0%
Iron 18.3mg	0%
Potassium 1460.7mg	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: 46.2%

Protein: 7.6%

Carbs: 46.3%