Mexican Coffee Buns aka Rotiboy Recipe

Name: Mexican Coffee Buns aka Rotiboy
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 300 grams strong bread flour; 300 ml cold water; 1 grams active dry yeast; 330 grams strong bread flour; 90 ml milk; 200 grams bread softener (as above); 1 egg; 70 grams sugar; 20 grams milk powder; 5 grams active dry yeast; 1 tsp salt; 50 grams butter, softened; 50 grams sugar; 1 egg; 2 tbsp strong coffee; 70 grams all-purpose flour

Servings: persons

300 grams strong bread flour
300 ml cold water
1 grams active dry yeast
330 grams strong bread flour
90 ml milk
200 grams bread softener (as above)
1 egg
70 grams sugar
20 grams milk powder
5 grams active dry yeast
1 tsp salt
50 grams butter, softened
50 grams sugar
1 egg
2 tbsp strong coffee
70 grams all-purpose flour

1
Make the bread.
2
I used a bread machine, and it looks to me that if you throw in all the ingredients and beat the dough for twenty minutes or so, let it rest for ten minutes, then beat again for another ten minutes then leave it to rise for ten minutes.
3
This is rather sketchy, so I recommend those who do not have a bread machine to Google on how to make bread and follow that if you're doubtful.
4
Separate bread dough into round lumps of roughly 60g (or your own prefered size and shape).
5
Let rest for half an hour or until the dough has doubled in size.
6
Meanwhile, beat buter and sugar in a bowl until pale and fluffy.
7
Beat in egg and stir in the coffee.
8
Sift the flour into the mixture and stir gently until corporated.
9
Do not over work it.
10
Pour the cookie batter into a piping bag with the tip snipped off.
11
Pipe the cookie batter in circles on the bread dough before baking it in preheated oven at 180C.

926

kcal

Calories

Fat

159

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
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.

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

My Personal Notes

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

You need 16 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 300 grams strong bread flour, 300 ml cold water, 1 grams active dry yeast, 330 grams strong bread flour, and more.

Yes, Mexican Coffee Buns aka Rotiboy falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Mexican Coffee Buns aka Rotiboy

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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