Raspberry and Rose Cheesecake Buns Recipe
Edd Kimber’s Raspberry and Rose Cheesecake Buns are soft, fluffy yeast buns filled with a luscious cream cheese and raspberry jam combination. These aromatic buns are enhanced with a delicate rosewater glaze and topped with edible rose petals and crunchy pistachios, making them a perfect indulgent treat for any occasion.
- Author: Logan
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Total Time: 9 hours 55 minutes
- Yield: 12 buns 1x
- Category: Baking
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: British
Dough
- 500 grams Strong White Bread Flour (or all-purpose flour for a softer bun)
- 75 grams Caster Sugar (granulated sugar can be substituted)
- 10 grams Fine Sea Salt (essential for flavor)
- 7 grams Fast-Action Dried Yeast (fresh yeast can also be used)
- 300 ml Whole Milk (almond or oat milk can be used as a substitute)
- 2 large Eggs (or equivalent egg substitutes)
- 75 grams Unsalted Butter (can be replaced with margarine)
Filling
- 250 grams Full-Fat Cream Cheese (or low-fat alternatives)
- 200 grams Raspberry Jam (other fruit jams can work)
Glaze and Topping
- 150 grams Icing Sugar (granulated sugar can be powdered)
- 1 tablespoon Lemon Juice (vinegar can be used as a substitute)
- 2 tablespoons Rose Water (omit if unavailable)
- 2 tablespoons Edible Dried Rose Petals (can substitute with more pistachios)
- 50 grams Chopped Shelled Pistachios (or any nuts/seeds preferred)
- Prepare the dough: In a stand mixer bowl, combine the strong white bread flour, caster sugar, fine sea salt, and fast-action dried yeast. Gradually add the whole milk and large eggs while mixing. Knead the dough for 10 to 15 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
- First prove: Transfer the kneaded dough to a greased bowl, cover it with a towel or cling film, and refrigerate for at least 8 hours or overnight to develop flavor and texture.
- Shape the buns: Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and roll into a rectangle. Evenly spread the full-fat cream cheese followed by the raspberry jam over the dough. Roll the dough tightly into a log shape, then slice into 12 equal pieces.
- Second prove: Place the cut buns into a greased baking tin, cover them, and leave in a warm place for 45 minutes to 1 hour until risen and puffed up.
- Bake the buns: Preheat the oven to 190°C (375°F). Bake the risen buns for 30 to 35 minutes or until golden brown on top. Remove from the oven and allow them to cool slightly in the tin.
- Prepare the glaze: In a small saucepan, gently heat the icing sugar, lemon juice, and rose water until melted and smooth to form a glaze.
- Glaze and garnish: Brush the warm buns generously with the rose glaze. Sprinkle the edible dried rose petals and chopped pistachios over the top for a fragrant and attractive finish.
Notes
- You can substitute all-purpose flour for a softer texture, though strong bread flour gives better structure.
- Use fresh yeast instead of dried if preferred, adjusting quantity accordingly.
- Rose water is optional but adds an authentic floral aroma to the glaze.
- If unavailable, substitute the cream cheese with low-fat alternatives for a lighter option.
- The buns are best enjoyed fresh on the day, but can be stored in an airtight container for up to two days.
- For a vegan version, use dairy-free cream cheese, plant-based milk, and egg substitutes.
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