Matcha Coconut Cream Buns
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Matcha Coconut Cream Buns
Description
This recipe builds upon a batch of coconut cream buns, with the key distinction being the preparation of a matcha-flavored whipped cream filling. The cream is whipped to stiff peaks after mixing in powdered sugar, matcha powder, and coconut extract, which lends both vibrant green color and a nuanced flavor combining earthy and tropical notes. The chilled bowl and whisk help achieve proper cream consistency.
The buns are sliced and optionally hollowed slightly before carefully piping the matcha coconut cream inside. This method provides control over the filling quantity and presentation. The contrast between the pillowy bread and the cool, fluffy cream creates a pleasing texture and flavor contrast, with the matcha adding a characteristic slight bitterness to the sweet cream.
Best served on the same day, the buns can be refrigerated but the bread may firm up when cold. For optimal freshness and texture, piping the cream just before serving is recommended.
Ingredients
- 1 batch coconut cream buns omitting the cream filling
Matcha Coconut Cream:
- 1 C heavy whipping cream
- 3 tablespoon powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoon matcha green tea powder
- 1 teaspoon coconut extract
Instructions
Make the matcha whipping cream:
- Chill a medium stainless steel or glass bowl and whisk in the fridge for at least 30 minutes prior to whipping the cream.
- Remove the chilled bowl and whisk from the fridge. Add the cold heavy cream and beat until foamy. Add in the powdered sugar and keep beating until almost stiff peaks. Add in the matcha and coconut extract and whisk until stiff peaks form.
- Transfer the whipped cream into a piping bag fitted with a star tip.
- Carefully cut the Coconut Cream buns lengthwise (and if you wish, remove some of the bread inside since it may be too bulky) and pipe in the matcha coconut cream.
- Best served on the same day as made.
Notes
- Chill mixing bowl and whisk before whipping cream to achieve stiff peaks efficiently.
- Buns can be sliced and hollowed slightly before filling for a lighter texture.
- Best to pipe cream just before serving to keep bread soft; refrigeration may cause bread to firm.
- Store refrigerated if not consumed immediately but expect slight bread stiffness.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 170 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 170kcal | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 5g | 2% |
| Protein | 3g | 6% |
| Fat | 15g | 23% |
| Saturated Fat | 9g | 45% |
| Cholesterol | 54mg | 18% |
| Sodium | 15mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 31mg | 1% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 833IU | 17% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 26mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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