Double Black Sesame Shokupan

Double black sesame shokupan is sooo soft and absolutely full of nutty black sesame flavours. Note: - Black sesame paste is made from 100% black sesame

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% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Step 1

Thoroughly combine the black sesame paste with powder sugar

Step 2

Combine all the dough ingredients, except the butter

Step 3

Mix on low to combined for 7-8 minutes, then develop gluten on high for 10-12 minutes, till smooth (can take up to 30 minutes for the average stand mixer)

Step 4

Add butter, mix on low for 4-5 minutes to incorporate

Step 5

Mix on high for 4-5 minutes to get a smooth final dough

Step 6

Proof for 15-30 minutes (depends on mixing time. Higher mixing time = lower proof time)

Step 7

Divide the dough into 5 equal pieces (104g) and ball up, then rest for 15 minutes

Step 8

Roll flat, and spread 30g of sesame filling onto each one

Step 9

Fold both sides in to seal in the fillings, rest for 5 minutes

Step 10

Roll flat again

Step 11

Cut the dough into 3 strips, and braid (entirely optional, you can skip this step)

Step 12

Roll and place in 7.5x7.5x7.5cm Shokupan Tin

Step 13

Proof til 1cm beneath the top, slide in the tin cover

Step 14

Bake at 170c (340f) with fan for 20 minutes

Step 15

Remove from tin and let cool