Peach-Shaped Steamed Buns

Ingredients

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon instant yeast
• 3 tablespoons sugar
• ¾ cup milk
• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 2 drops red food coloring
• 1 drop green food coloring

Instructions

1. 1

   In a large bowl, mix 2 cups flour, 1 tsp yeast, and 3 tbsp sugar. Gradually add 3/4 cup warm milk and 1 tbsp oil, stirring until a shaggy dough forms.

2. 2

   Knead the dough on a floured surface for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm spot for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.

3. 3

   Punch down the dough and divide into 8 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a ball, then use your fingers to pinch one end to form a slight point, creating a peach shape.

4. 4

   Place the shaped buns on small squares of parchment paper. Cover with a damp cloth and let rise for 30 minutes, until puffy and slightly enlarged.

5. 5

   Mix 2 drops red food coloring with 1 tsp water. Using a small brush, lightly paint the bottom half of each bun to create a blush effect.

6. 6

   Mix 1 drop green food coloring with 1 tsp water. Brush a small leaf shape on the top point of each bun, or use a tiny piece of dough tinted green.

7. 7

   Steam the buns in a steamer over boiling water for 12 minutes. Do not lift the lid during steaming. After 12 minutes, turn off heat and let sit for 5 minutes before opening.

8. 8

   Serve warm or at room temperature. These buns are best enjoyed the same day.

Tools you’ll need

• steamer
• mixing bowl
• rolling pin
• pastry brush
• parchment paper

More recipes like this

• 

  Cheese Tart

  45 min

• 

  Clay Pot Seafood Stew

  20 min

• 

  Brownie with Whipped Cream and Berries

  10 min

• 

  Coconut Cookies

  25 min