Chocolate Espresso Buns

Updated at: Thu, 17 Aug 2023 05:32:51 GMT

Step 1

Whisk to combine your brown butter, evaporated milk, sugar, eggs and salt. Make sure the mixture is warm so that the yeast activates.

Step 2

Add in your flour and instant yeast. If kneading by hand, mix the dough with a wooden spoon until it comes together, and then oil your hands before kneading for about 12 minutes or until the dough is tacky to touch. If using a stand mixer with a hook attachment, knead for about 6 minutes. Cover and allow the dough to rest in a warm place for about an hour, or until it doubles in size.

Step 3

Remove your risen dough from the bowl and divide into 8 balls. Flatten each ball and place a piece of chocolate (1/2 oz) in the center. Pinch the ends of the dough together to close and roll the ball in your hand.

Step 4

Place the chocolate stuffed balls on a buttered pan and slightly press down on the balls to flatten. Cover and let it rest for another 30 minutes. In the meantime, preheat your oven to 400f.

Step 5

Brush the dough with egg wash and bake in the middle rack for 18-20 minutes, or until it’s nicely browned on top. Start checking your bread at the 15 minute mark to make sure it’s browning on top without burning.

Step 6

In the meantime, make your espresso glaze by combining the coffee and sugar in a in a saucepan over medium heat. Let it come to a boil, then reduce to low and let it simmer for about 3 minutes. Remove from heat and let it cool down.

Step 7

Once the chocolate buns are done, brush the top with the espresso glaze. Let it cool down for at least 15minutes as the chocolate will be very hot. Enjoy!

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