Description
Fluffy, buttery brioche buns filled with silky vanilla custard and topped with fresh strawberries and powdered sugar. A luxurious yet comforting pastry perfect for brunch or dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast
- ¾ cup whole milk, lukewarm
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 3 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup fresh strawberries, sliced
- 3 tbsp cornstarch
- ⅓ cup granulated sugar (for custard)
- 4 large egg yolks
- 1 cup heavy cream
- Powdered sugar, for dusting
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet or dish with parchment paper.
- In a bowl, combine warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy. Add eggs, flour, salt, and butter. Mix until a smooth, sticky dough forms. Knead for 8–10 minutes by hand or 5 minutes in a stand mixer.
- Lightly oil a large bowl. Place the dough in, cover, and let rise for 1–2 hours until doubled. Meanwhile, prepare the custard by whisking yolks, sugar, and cornstarch. Heat milk and cream, temper with yolk mixture, cook until thick, then stir in vanilla. Chill completely.
- Once the dough has risen, divide into 10–12 equal pieces. Flatten slightly, place a spoonful of chilled custard in the center, and pinch to seal. Place seam side down on the prepared dish. Let rise again for 30–45 minutes.
- Brush the tops with egg wash. Bake for 20–25 minutes until golden brown and set.
- Let cool slightly, then top with fresh sliced strawberries and a dusting of powdered sugar.
- Serve warm or at room temperature.
Notes
- Let the dough rise in a warm, draft-free area for best results.
- Chill the custard before filling to prevent soggy buns.
- Use an egg wash for a glossy, golden top.
- Dough and custard can be made the night before for easier prep.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bun
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 105mg
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