Alex Goh S Basic Sweet Bun Dough Recipe

Ingredients for Alex Goh S Basic Sweet Bun Dough

• Bread Flour
• All Purpose Flour
• 70g granulated sugar
• Powdered Milk
• Instant Yeast
• 1 large egg
• 100ml cold water
• 50g softened unsalted butter
• 5g salt

How to Make Alex Goh S Basic Sweet Bun Dough

1. In a large bowl, combine 500g bread flour, 50g strong bread flour, 30g milk powder, 7g active dry yeast, and 70g granulated sugar.
2. Add 1 large egg and 100ml cold water. Mix until a shaggy dough forms.
3. Incorporate 50g softened unsalted butter and 5g salt. Knead the dough thoroughly for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. (The dough will initially feel greasy, but continue kneading—it will come together!)
4. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let the dough rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
5. Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F).
6. Gently punch down the dough and divide it into 50-60g portions.
7. Shape each portion into a ball, cover, and let rest for 10 minutes.
8. Roll out each dough ball and add your favorite filling. (Sweet red bean paste, custard, chocolate, etc. are all delicious options!)
9. Shape the filled buns as desired (e.g., round, swirl).
10. Place the shaped buns on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Let them proof for another 50-60 minutes, or until doubled in size.
11. Brush the buns with an egg wash (1 egg beaten with 1 tbsp milk) or milk for a less brown crust.
12. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
13. Immediately after baking, brush the buns with melted butter and cover with a clean tea towel to keep them soft.