Cream Cheese Bun Recipe

Name: Cream Cheese Bun
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: For the bread; 184 g bread flour; 46 g cake flour; 3 g yeast; 12 g caster sugar; 4 g salt; 23 g clear maltose syrup; 18 g egg yolks; 35 g butter; 138 ml milk; For the cream cheese filling; 30 g caster sugar; 100 g cream cheese; 1 egg, lightly beaten; 18 g cake flour; 100 ml warm milk; 1 -2 teaspoon lemon juice; 10 g butter

Servings: persons

For the bread
184 g bread flour
46 g cake flour
3 g yeast
12 g caster sugar
4 g salt
23 g clear maltose syrup
18 g egg yolks
35 g butter
138 ml milk
For the cream cheese filling
30 g caster sugar
100 g cream cheese
1 egg, lightly beaten
18 g cake flour
100 ml warm milk
1 -2 teaspoon lemon juice
10 g butter

1
For the cream cheese filling:.
2
Cream cheese and sugar till a smooth paste is formed.
3
Add in lightly beaten egg 1/3 at a time and mix well before adding the next portion.
4
Stir in the sieved flour.
5
Add in the warm milk and mix well.
6
Microwave cheese mixture for 2 minutes on HIGH and stir it. After stirring it, send it back to the microwave for 2 minutes on HIGH again. Blend well till you get a smooth paste.
7
Stir in the lemon juice and butter. Send it to chill in the refrigerator and roll slightly harden cheese paste into 35g balls to be used as filling.
8
For the cream cheese buns:.
9
Mix all ingredients to form an elastic dough and prove in a greased mixing bowl for 60 minutes.
10
Knead the dough to release the air in it and prove for 30 minutes.
11
Divide dough into 8 equal pieces of 50g each and one piece of 60g. Rest the dough for 15 minutes. The 60g dough piece is used to make the plait that encircle the cheese-pan.
12
Shape dough and wrap in the filling. Dust top of bread with some bread flour. Prove for 45 minutes.
13
Bake at 210C for 10 minutes and then 190C till golden brown.

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: For the bread, 184 g bread flour, 46 g cake flour, 3 g yeast, and more.

Yes, Cream Cheese Bun falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

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Cream Cheese Bun

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Variations & substitutions

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