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Corn Cheese Bao Buns Recipe

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Delicious Corn Cheese Bao Buns are soft, fluffy steamed buns filled with a creamy corn and cheese mixture, perfect for your next family feast. These bao buns combine savory corn puree, parmesan, and mozzarella cheese for a delightful twist on traditional steamed buns that everyone will love.

Ingredients

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Dough Ingredients

  • 4 cups bread flour (sifted and leveled)
  • 1 tsp instant yeast
  • 3 Tbsp granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1.5 tsp baking powder
  • 0.5 cup water plus 2 Tbsp additional water
  • 1 Tbsp light olive oil

Filling Ingredients

  • 1 can whole corn kernels (15 oz)
  • 2 Tbsp mayonnaise
  • 0.25 cup parmesan cheese
  • 1 Tbsp dried parsley flakes
  • 8 oz fresh mozzarella cheese (sliced into medallions)

Instructions

  1. Prepare Corn Puree: Blend the cooked corn kernels in a blender until creamy and smooth. Set aside this puree for the dough.
  2. Mix Dry Ingredients: In a stand mixer bowl, combine bread flour, instant yeast, granulated sugar, salt, and baking powder. Stir these together well to evenly distribute the leavening agents and seasoning.
  3. Combine Ingredients for Dough: Add the corn puree and 0.5 cup water to the dry mixture. Using the mixer on low speed, knead for about one minute until the dough begins to come together.
  4. Add Olive Oil: Pour in the light olive oil and continue kneading on low speed for 8 to 10 minutes until the dough becomes smooth and elastic.
  5. Let Dough Rise: Transfer the dough into a lightly greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth or plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place until doubled in size, approximately 60 to 90 minutes.
  6. Prepare the Filling: In a pan, cook the whole corn kernels with mayonnaise and parmesan cheese over medium heat until heated through and slightly thickened. Stir in dried parsley flakes. Remove from heat and let the filling cool completely.
  7. Divide the Dough: Punch down the risen dough and transfer to a floured surface. Divide into 12-14 equal pieces to ensure uniform buns.
  8. Form the Buns with Filling: Roll each piece into a flat disc. Place about 2 tablespoons of the corn filling in the center, then top with a slice of fresh mozzarella cheese.
  9. Shape and Second Rise: Carefully wrap the dough around the filling and pinch to seal completely. Place each bun on a piece of parchment paper, cover, and let them rise again for 20-30 minutes until puffed.
  10. Prepare the Steamer: Bring water to a boil in your steamer setup, ensuring there is enough steam for cooking.
  11. Steam the Buns: Place the buns on parchment inside the steamer basket, and steam for 15 minutes until the buns are fluffy, cooked through, and the cheese inside has melted.
  12. Serve Warm: Carefully remove the buns from the steamer and serve immediately while warm for the best flavor and texture experience.

Notes

  • You can substitute light olive oil with any neutral oil like vegetable or canola oil.
  • The filling can be adjusted by adding some chopped green onions or mild chili flakes for extra flavor.
  • Ensure the dough is properly sealed around the cheese to prevent leakage during steaming.
  • If you don’t have a steamer, use a large pot with a steaming rack and a lid to steam the buns.
  • Serve these bao buns as a snack or as part of a meal alongside soups or salads.
  • Make sure to cool the filling before using it to prevent premature melting of the cheese during shaping.

Keywords: corn cheese bao buns, steamed buns, savory bao, corn filling, mozzarella bao, parmesan corn buns

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