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Freshly baked chocolate buns with a golden-brown crust.

Chocolate Bun

Soft, fluffy, and filled with rich chocolate, these homemade Chocolate Buns are the perfect treat for any occasion!
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Rising Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 25 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine Baking
Servings 20 buns
Calories 250 kcal

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • Saucepan
  • Oven

Ingredients
  

Dough Ingredients

  • 2 cups milk
  • 11 tbsp butter
  • 1 cup powdered sugar
  • 1.75 oz fresh yeast or 4 tsp instant yeast
  • 1 tsp cardamom seeds ground
  • 8 cups all-purpose flour
  • 10 oz milk or dark chocolate or chocolate chips

Egg Wash

  • 1 egg
  • 1 splash milk

Instructions
 

  • Heat the milk, butter, and powdered sugar in a saucepan until the butter melts. Cool to lukewarm.
  • Pour the mixture into a mixing bowl and add the yeast.
  • Grind the cardamom seeds and add to the mixture. Slowly add flour until the dough is manageable.
  • Knead for 5 minutes on a floured surface. Cover and let rise for 30 minutes.
  • Chop the chocolate (if not using chips) and mix into the dough.
  • Divide dough into 20 pieces, roll into balls, and place seam-side down on a baking sheet. Let rise for another 45 minutes.
  • Preheat oven to 440°F (230°C). Whisk egg and milk for an egg wash and brush onto buns.
  • Bake for 8-10 minutes until golden brown.

Notes

These buns are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat slightly before serving!
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