Egg Custard Buns with Crisp Edges

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Fluffy buns filled with a smooth, sweet egg custard that achieves a delicate crispness when briefly broiled, creating a delightful textural contrast. This Chinese recipe, ready in about 101 minutes, pairs all-purpose flour, active dry yeast, sugar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 250 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 90 min Cook: 11 min Serves 4 Chinese cuisine 250 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: In a bowl, combine 1 cup all-purpose flour, 1/2 teaspoon active dry yeast, 1/4 teaspoon sugar, and 1/4 teaspoon salt. Add 1/4 cup lukewarm water and 1/2 teaspoon vegetable oil. Mix until shaggy, then knead 5 minutes until smooth. Cover and let rise for 1 hour.
  2. Step 2: Whisk 2 large eggs, 1/4 cup milk, 2 tablespoons sugar, and 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract until smooth.
  3. Step 3: Punch down risen dough and divide into 12 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a ball, then flatten into a 3-inch circle.
  4. Step 4: Place 1 tablespoon custard in the center of each dough circle. Fold dough over filling to form a half-moon, sealing edges by pinching with fingertips. Place on a parchment-lined steamer tray.
  5. Step 5: Steam buns for 10 minutes over boiling water. Transfer to a baking sheet and broil for 1 minute until tops are golden and crisp. Sprinkle with 2 sliced green onions before serving.

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