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Soft Sourdough Bao Buns for Your New Favorite Snack

Soft Sourdough Bao Buns Recipe for Your New Favorite Snack

Discover the delightful Soft Sourdough Bao Buns, a perfect snack with a fluffy texture and endless filling options.
Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 12 minutes
Resting Time 30 minutes
Total Time 13 hours 12 minutes
Servings: 12 buns
Course: Snack
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

Bao Bun Ingredients
  • 1 cup Sourdough Starter
  • 3 cups All-Purpose Flour
  • 1 cup Cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons Granulated Sugar
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 tablespoon Baking Powder
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil
  • 1 cup Lukewarm Water

Equipment

  • Mixing bowl
  • Steamer
  • Parchment paper

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. Combine the sourdough starter, all-purpose flour, cornstarch, granulated sugar, salt, baking powder, olive oil, and lukewarm water in a mixing bowl.
    Soft Sourdough Bao Buns for Your New Favorite Snack
  2. Knead the dough until smooth and elastic.
    Soft Sourdough Bao Buns for Your New Favorite Snack
  3. Let the dough rise in a warm place until it doubles in size, approximately 1 hour.
    Soft Sourdough Bao Buns for Your New Favorite Snack
  4. Divide the dough into 12 equal portions and shape them into buns.
    Soft Sourdough Bao Buns for Your New Favorite Snack
  5. Place the buns on parchment paper and let them rest for about 30 minutes.
    Soft Sourdough Bao Buns for Your New Favorite Snack
  6. Steam the buns for 12 minutes until they are fluffy and cooked through.
    Soft Sourdough Bao Buns for Your New Favorite Snack

Nutrition

Serving: 1bunCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 1g

Notes

Feel free to customize the buns with various fillings or herbs for added flavor. Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for 2-3 days. Reheat by steaming or microwaving with a damp paper towel.

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