Ingredients
For the Dough:
- 240 ml (1 cup) warm milk
- 75 g (¼ cup) condensed milk
- 1 egg
- 30 g (2 tbsp) sugar
- 7 g (2 ¼ tsp) dry yeast
- 520 g (4 ¼ cups) flour
- 1 tsp salt
- 50 g (¼ cup) butter, softened
For the Glaze:
- 45 g (3 tbsp) butter
- 45 g (3 tbsp) condensed milk
Instructions
1. Prepare the Dough:
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together warm milk, sugar, and condensed milk.
- Add the dry yeast and egg, then whisk again.
2. Combine Wet and Dry Ingredients:
- In a separate bowl, mix flour and salt. Gradually add the liquid mixture.
3. Knead the Dough:
- Using dough hooks, knead the mixture until it comes together. Add softened butter and knead for 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Cover the dough and let it rise for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
4. Shape the Dough:
- Cut ⅔ of the dough and roll it into a 25×40 cm rectangle. Roll into a log, then cut into pieces.
- Place the pieces in a prepared baking pan. Repeat with the remaining ⅓ dough for smaller buns.
5. Second Rise:
- Let the buns rise for another hour. Brush the tops with egg wash.
6. Bake:
- Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).
- Bake large buns for 25–30 minutes; smaller buns for 20 minutes.
7. Glaze the Buns:
- Mix equal parts of butter and condensed milk. Brush this glaze over the buns while they are still warm.
8. Cool and Serve:
- Allow buns to cool completely before removing them from the baking molds.
- Enjoy your fluffy condensed milk bread!
Variations
- Chocolate-Filled Buns: Add a piece of chocolate or Nutella in the center of each dough piece before rolling.
- Savory Option: Replace condensed milk with cream and add cheese or herbs to the dough.
- Cinnamon Swirl: Sprinkle cinnamon sugar on the rectangle before rolling into a log.
Tips
- Warm Milk: Ensure the milk is warm but not hot (around 38°C/100°F) to activate the yeast.
- Dough Consistency: If the dough is too sticky, add a tablespoon of flour at a time until manageable.
- Glaze Immediately: Apply the butter-condensed milk glaze while buns are warm for maximum absorption.
- Storage: Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for longer shelf life.
Enjoy the rich, buttery sweetness of these fluffy condensed milk buns!