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Korean Coffee Buns


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  • Author: asma
  • Total Time: 2 hours 45 minutes
  • Yield: 10 buns 1x
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Description

These Korean Coffee Buns are soft, fluffy brioche buns topped with a buttery coffee crust that bakes into a delicate, aromatic layer. Just like the ones from Paris Baguette and other Korean bakeries, they’re perfect with a cup of coffee or milk, making them an ideal breakfast or tea-time treat!


Ingredients

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For the Dough

  • 340g brioche flour
  • 105g all-purpose flour
  • 7g instant yeast
  • 70g egg (about 1 large egg)
  • 180ml milk, warmed
  • 3g salt
  • 75g unsalted butter, softened
  • 75g caster sugar

For the Coffee Topping

  • 65g unsalted butter, softened
  • 40g caster sugar
  • 9g instant coffee powder (dissolved in 15ml hot water)
  • 30g all-purpose flour

Instructions

1️⃣ Make the Dough

  1. In a large bowl, mix brioche flour, all-purpose flour, yeast, salt, and sugar.
  2. Add the egg and warm milk, then knead until a rough dough forms.
  3. Gradually add softened butter, kneading until the dough is smooth and elastic (about 10 minutes).
  4. Cover and let rise for 1.5–2 hours, until doubled in size.

2️⃣ Prepare the Coffee Topping

  1. Dissolve instant coffee powder in hot water and let cool slightly.
  2. In a separate bowl, beat butter and sugar until fluffy.
  3. Mix in the coffee liquid, then add flour, stirring until smooth.
  4. Transfer to a piping bag and refrigerate until ready to use.

3️⃣ Shape & Second Rise

  1. Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide into 10 equal pieces.
  2. Shape each piece into a smooth ball and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  3. Cover and let rise for another 45 minutes.

4️⃣ Pipe & Bake

  1. Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
  2. Pipe the coffee topping in a spiral pattern on top of each bun.
  3. Bake for 15–18 minutes, or until golden brown and the topping is crispy.

5️⃣ Serve & Enjoy!

  • Let cool slightly before serving.
  • Best enjoyed warm with a cup of coffee or milk!

Notes

  • For extra richness, fill the buns with custard or sweetened cream cheese before baking.
  • Store in an airtight container for up to 2 days, or reheat in the oven for a fresh taste.
  • For a stronger coffee flavor, increase the instant coffee to 12g.
  • Prep Time: 2 hours
  • Cook Time: 18 minutes
  • Category: Bread & Pastries
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: Korean, Bakery-Style