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Pumpkin Bacon & Corn Buns
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Pumpkin Bacon & Corn Buns

Pumpkin Bacon & Corn Buns are soft yeast buns enriched with pumpkin puree and avocado oil, filled with a savory mix of mozzarella, crispy bacon, corn kernels, and green onions. The dough is kneaded until smooth and allowed to rise before being shaped into knotted buns that are filled and baked until golden. These buns offer a tender crumb with a heartiness from pumpkin and a flavorful filling that combines smoky, cheesy, and fresh notes.

Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
17 mins
Additional Time
1 hr 30 mins
Total Time
2 hrs 2 mins
Servings: 10
Calories: 297 kcal
Course: Snacks, Lunch
Cuisine: Asian

Ingredients

For the buns:
  • 125 ml milk warmed, whole
  • 125 g pumpkin puree pure
  • 15 g granulated sugar
  • 8 g active dry yeast
  • 500 g all-purpose flour
  • 1 large egg
  • pinch of sea salt
  • 60 ml avocado oil
For the filling:
  • 1 C mozzarella cheese shredded
  • 5 lices Bacon cut or torn into smaller pieces, cooked
  • ½ C corn fresh or frozen, niblets
  • 1 bunch green onion chopped, or scallions

Instructions

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  1. In a bowl, add the warmed milk, pumpkin puree, granulated sugar and yeast. Give it a stir and let the yeast activate.
  2. To a stand mixer bowl fitted with a dough hook attachment, add the flour, egg, salt, and oil.
  3. Add the activated yeast mixture and knead until the dough becomes smooth and shiny, about 5-8 minutes.
  4. Transfer the dough to a lightly greased bowl and cover with a tea towel.
  5. Let the dough rise in a warm location until doubled in size, about 1-1.5 hours, depending on how warm it is.
  6. Once the dough has proofed, divide into 10 equal portions.
  7. Preheat oven to 375°F/191°C.
  8. Roll each portion into a long log or rope.
  9. Tie the dough into a loose knot, and bring the tail ends over and under (respectively) the dough, sealing the seams together in the centre.
  10. Place the dough onto a large baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  11. Press down and flatten the centre of the dough with a spoon (or your fingers).
  12. Add cheese, pieces of bacon and about 1 tablespoon of corn onto the centre of the dough and gently flatten.
  13. Repeat with the remainder.
  14. Cover and let it rise in a warm location, until slightly puffy.
  15. Bake the buns at 375°F/191°C for 17-18 minutes, until golden brown.
  16. Remove from oven and transfer to a wire rack to cool.
  17. Garnish with green onions/scallions if you like.

Nutrition Information

Calories 297kcal (15%) Carbohydrates 42g (14%) Protein 10g (20%) Fat 10g (15%) Saturated Fat 2g (10%) Polyunsaturated Fat 1g (6%) Monounsaturated Fat 5g (25%) Trans Fat 0.01g (1%) Cholesterol 27mg (9%) Sodium 130mg (5%) Potassium 140mg (3%) Fiber 2g (8%) Sugar 3g (6%) Vitamin A 2030IU (41%) Vitamin C 1mg (1%) Calcium 92mg (9%) Iron 3mg (17%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 10 Serving

Amount Per Serving

Calories 297

% Daily Value*

Calories 297kcal 15%
Carbohydrates 42g 14%
Protein 10g 20%
Fat 10g 15%
Saturated Fat 2g 10%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1g 6%
Monounsaturated Fat 5g 25%
Trans Fat 0.01g 1%
Cholesterol 27mg 9%
Sodium 130mg 5%
Potassium 140mg 3%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 3g 6%
Vitamin A 2030IU 41%
Vitamin C 1mg 1%
Calcium 92mg 9%
Iron 3mg 17%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.