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Strawberry and Cream Cheese Pineapple Buns Recipe

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  • Author: Angela
  • Prep Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 2 hours 50 minutes
  • Yield: 12 buns
  • Category: Bread
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Hong Kong-style, Asian bakery

Description

These Strawberry and Cream Cheese Pineapple Buns are soft, fluffy buns filled with a creamy mixture of fresh strawberries and cream cheese, topped with a sweet, crumbly pineapple-style crust that is lightly tinted with yellow food coloring to resemble a pineapple. Perfect for a delightful breakfast or snack, these buns combine rich, fruity, and buttery flavors with a tender texture.

Ingredients

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Bun Dough

  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon instant yeast
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup warm milk
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup water (if needed for dough consistency)

Cream Cheese Filling

  • 4 oz cream cheese, softened
  • 1/4 cup powdered sugar
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/2 cup fresh strawberries, diced

Pineapple Topping

  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter, softened
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1/4 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Yellow food coloring (optional, to create the “pineapple” look)

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Bun Dough: In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, instant yeast, and salt to create the dry mixture needed for the dough.
  2. Add Wet Ingredients: Pour in the warm milk, softened butter, egg, and vanilla extract into the dry ingredients and mix until the dough begins to come together.
  3. Knead the Dough: Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Add water if needed to achieve proper consistency.
  4. First Rise: Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover it with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 to 1.5 hours or until doubled in size.
  5. Prepare the Cream Cheese Filling: In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese with powdered sugar and vanilla extract until smooth and creamy.
  6. Fold in Strawberries: Gently incorporate the diced fresh strawberries into the cream cheese mixture to evenly distribute without breaking the fruit.
  7. Prepare the Pineapple Topping: In a separate bowl, cream the softened butter and sugar together until light and fluffy.
  8. Mix Dry Ingredients for Topping: Add flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and vanilla extract to the creamed butter and sugar and mix until fully combined.
  9. Add Color to Topping: Mix in a few drops of yellow food coloring to give the topping a signature golden hue resembling pineapple, if desired.
  10. Set Topping Aside: Keep the prepared topping mixture ready for assembly.
  11. Shape the Buns: Punch down the risen dough and divide it into 12 equal portions. Roll each portion into a smooth ball and flatten into discs.
  12. Fill the Buns: Spoon the cream cheese and strawberry filling into the center of each dough disc, fold the edges over, and pinch to seal completely.
  13. Arrange on Baking Tray: Place the filled buns seam-side down on a parchment-lined baking tray.
  14. Apply Pineapple Topping: Roll each bun gently in the pineapple topping mixture to ensure a thick, even, crumbly coating on top.
  15. Second Rise: Allow the topped buns to rise again for 30-45 minutes until they puff up and become slightly larger.
  16. Preheat Oven: Set your oven to 350°F (175°C) to prepare for baking.
  17. Bake the Buns: Bake the risen buns in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes or until golden brown with a slightly cracked topping.
  18. Cool Slightly: Remove the buns from the oven and let them cool for a few minutes on a wire rack.
  19. Serve Warm: Enjoy the Strawberry and Cream Cheese Pineapple Buns warm to fully appreciate their soft texture and rich, fruity filling.

Notes

  • Use room temperature ingredients for better dough and filling consistency.
  • If the dough is too sticky, add small amounts of flour during kneading to reach the right texture.
  • Make sure the buns have enough rising time for a light and fluffy texture.
  • Fresh strawberries add juiciness and flavor; avoid frozen to prevent extra moisture.
  • The yellow food coloring is optional but gives the traditional pineapple bun appearance.
  • These buns are best eaten the day they are baked, but can be stored in an airtight container for 2 days.

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