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Chocolate Chip Milk Buns

Soft and light milk buns filled with chocolate chips, perfect for snacks, breakfast, or a sweet treat.
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Prep Time 25 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Servings: 12 buns
Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Snack
Cuisine: American, Bakery
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Dough Ingredients
  • 1 cup warm milk Should be between 105°F to 110°F
  • 2 teaspoons active dry yeast or instant yeast
  • 2 tablespoons sugar for yeast activation
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour spooned and leveled or weighed
  • 1 teaspoon salt for flavor
  • 1 large egg at room temperature
  • 1/2 cup unsalted butter softened and at room temperature
  • 1 cup chocolate chips use any type or mix-ins

Method
 

Preparing the Dough
  1. Warm the milk and mix it with yeast and a little sugar; let sit until foamy, about 5 to 10 minutes.
  2. In a bowl, mix flour, sugar, and salt. Add the foamy milk, an egg, and softened butter; knead until smooth and elastic, about 8 to 10 minutes by hand, or 5 with a mixer.
  3. Fold in the chocolate chips evenly into the dough.
  4. Cover and let the dough rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour.
Shaping and Baking
  1. Punch down the dough, divide it into equal pieces, shape into small rounds, and place on a baking tray with space between each.
  2. Let the shaped buns rise again for about 30 to 40 minutes, until puffy.
  3. Brush the tops with milk or an egg wash for shine.
  4. Bake in a preheated 350°F (175°C) oven for 12 to 15 minutes, until light golden.
  5. Cool slightly on a rack, serve warm or at room temperature.

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days or freeze. Reheat briefly to refresh softness. Avoid overbaking.