Description
Indulge in these soft, sweet Italian buns filled with whipped cream and chocolate, perfect for brunch or dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups All-Purpose Flour
- 1 cup Bread Flour
- 2 teaspoons Instant Yeast
- 1 tablespoon Granulated Sugar
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla
- 2 large Eggs
- 1 cup Milk (Whole or 2%)
- 1/4 cup Neutral Oil (Vegetable or Canola)
- 1/4 cup Cocoa Powder (Dutch Process)
- 1 large Egg (for Wash)
- 1 cup Heavy Whipping Cream
- 2 tablespoons Powdered Sugar
- 1/4 teaspoon Salt (for Whipped Cream)
Instructions
- Mix the Dry Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, bread flour, instant yeast, granulated sugar, and salt.
- Prepare the Wet Mix: In a separate bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, vanilla extract, and neutral oil until well combined.
- Combine and Knead: Gradually pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients. Mix until a dough forms, then knead on a floured surface for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- First Rise: Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 60-90 minutes, or until doubled in size.
- Shape the Buns: Punch the dough down, then divide it into equal portions. Shape each piece into a tight ball and arrange them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, leaving space for them to rise.
- Second Rise: Cover the shaped buns with a cloth and allow them to rise for another 30-45 minutes.
- Preheat the Oven: While the dough rises, preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Egg Wash: If using, brush the tops of the buns with the egg wash before baking.
- Bake: Bake for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown. Let them cool slightly while you prepare the whipped cream.
- Whip the Cream: In a mixing bowl, beat the heavy whipping cream, powdered sugar, and salt until soft peaks form.
- Fill the Buns: When the buns have cooled, slice them open and fill each with whipped cream. Optionally, dust with cocoa powder or powdered sugar.
Notes
For a vegan option, substitute eggs for flax eggs and use non-dairy milk. For added flavor, infuse whipped cream with coffee or orange zest.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Italian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bun
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 40g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 7g
- Cholesterol: 60mg