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Coffee Buns Recipe

Coffee Buns Recipe

Olivia Brooks
This Coffee Buns Recipe creates fluffy, tender buns with a delicate coffee topping using everyday baking ingredients and simple steps.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Rise Time 2 hours 10 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 50 minutes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine American
Servings 8 buns
Calories 320 kcal

Equipment

  • Large mixing bowl
  • Small saucepan (or microwave-safe bowl)
  • Measuring cups and spoons.
  • Whisk
  • Wooden spoon or dough hook
  • Baking sheet
  • Parchment paper
  • Piping bag or spoon for topping

Ingredients
  

For the Dough

  • 3 cups 375 g all-purpose flour
  • 2¼ teaspoons instant yeast
  • 1/4 cup 50 g granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 3/4 cup 180 ml warm milk
  • 1 large egg room temperature
  • 1/4 cup 60 g unsalted butter, softened

For the Coffee Topping

  • 1/4 cup 60 g unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/3 cup 65 g powdered sugar
  • 1 large egg white
  • 1 tablespoon instant coffee granules
  • 1 tablespoon hot water
  • 1/2 cup 60 g all-purpose flour

Optional Filling

  • 8 small cubes cold butter for buttery centers

Instructions
 

Step 1: Activate the Dough

  • In a large bowl, combine warm milk, yeast, and sugar. Let it sit for a few minutes until slightly foamy. This is your sign that the yeast is awake and ready.

Step 2: Form the Dough

  • Add the egg, softened butter, salt, and flour. Mix until a soft dough forms. Knead until smooth and elastic—it should feel supple and slightly tacky, not sticky.

Step 3: First Rise

  • Cover the dough and let it rise in a warm spot for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size. The dough should look puffy and relaxed.

Step 4: Shape the Buns

  • Divide the dough into 8 equal portions. Flatten each slightly, add a small cube of butter if using, then seal and roll into smooth balls. Place on a lined baking sheet.

Step 5: Second Rise

  • Cover loosely and let the buns rise again for 30–40 minutes. They should look airy and soft to the touch.

Step 6: Make the Coffee Topping

  • Dissolve instant coffee in hot water. Beat butter and powdered sugar until creamy, then add egg white and coffee mixture. Fold in flour until smooth.

Step 7: Top the Buns

  • Pipe or spoon the coffee topping in a spiral over each bun, starting from the center and working outward.

Step 8: Bake

  • Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 15–18 minutes, until lightly golden and fragrant. The tops should look set and slightly crisp.
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