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Teddy Bear Sandwich Buns
5 from 15 votes

Teddy Bear Sandwich Buns

Teddy Bear Sandwich Buns are soft bread rolls shaped with smaller dough balls attached as ears to resemble teddy bears. Made with bread flour, yeast, butter, sugar, milk, and egg, these buns have a tender crumb and golden exterior. They can be decorated with white cheese slices and mayonnaise for facial features, adding a fun touch to sandwiches or snacks.

Prep Time
12 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Additional Time
1 hr 30 mins
Total Time
27 mins
Servings: 10 buns
Calories: 332 kcal
Course: Bread
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

For Buns
  • 4 1/2 cups bread flour
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1 packet instant yeast
  • 1 egg lightly beaten
  • 1/4 cup butter room temperature
  • 1 1/2 cup milk room temperature
Egg Wash
  • 1 egg lightly beaten
For Decoration
  • 2-3 lices white cheese
  • 1 tablespoon mayonnaise
  • black gel food coloring

Instructions

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  1. In the bowl of the mixer add the flour, yeast, salt, and sugar. Mix until combined
  2. Add the egg and the butter while the mixer is running on medium-low
  3. Slowly add the milk 
  4. Using the dough hook, mix on medium speed for 5-6 minutes or until dough becomes soft and elastic. You'll know the dough is ready when it cleans the sides of the bowl. You can also knead the dough manually on the kitchen counter
  5. Remove dough from the mixer and place on a large bowl that's been greased with nonstick spray. Sprinkle some flour on top. Cover the bowl with a clean kitchen towel and proof in a warm area for 60 minutes
  6. Place dough on kitchen counter and divide into 10 portions weighing 4 oz each (approx.) Divide the leftover dough into 10 mini balls (for the ears)
  7. Roll each portion into a ball and place on a sheet pan lined with parchment paper 
  8. Divide the mini balls in 2 and use a little water to "glue" the ears on each bun
  9. Cover and let it rest for 30 minutes
  10. Preheat oven at 400 degrees F
  11. Brush the buns with the egg wash 
  12. Bake for 13-15 minutes or until browned 
  13. Remove from oven and place on a cooling rack 
For Decoration
  1. Using a small round cookie cutter, cut small cheese circles. Use mayo as glue to stick to the bear
  2. Mix the mayo and coloring until desired color is achieved. Place mixture on a piping bag fitted with a small round tip. Pipe the dots for the eyes, the nose and mouth
  3. Slice the bun in 2 and fill with your favorite sandwich ingredients 

Notes

  • Buns freeze well for up to 3 months when individually wrapped and stored in a sealed bag.
  • To thaw, unwrap and microwave on the defrost setting for 1-2 minutes.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1bear bun Calories 332kcal (17%) Carbohydrates 47g (16%) Protein 10g (20%) Fat 10g (15%) Saturated Fat 5g (25%) Cholesterol 55mg (18%) Sodium 579mg (24%) Potassium 129mg (3%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 7g (14%) Vitamin A 305IU (6%) Calcium 96mg (10%) Iron 0.7mg (4%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 10 buns

Amount Per Serving

Calories 332

% Daily Value*

Serving 1bear bun
Calories 332kcal 17%
Carbohydrates 47g 16%
Protein 10g 20%
Fat 10g 15%
Saturated Fat 5g 25%
Cholesterol 55mg 18%
Sodium 579mg 24%
Potassium 129mg 3%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 7g 14%
Vitamin A 305IU 6%
Calcium 96mg 10%
Iron 0.7mg 4%

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