Description
Soft and fluffy steamed mantou buns infused with earthy matcha and filled with rich Nutella for a delightful fusion treat. Perfect as a snack or dessert with a balance of sweetness and subtle bitterness.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon instant yeast
- 1 teaspoon matcha powder
- 3/4 cup warm milk
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- Nutella, as needed for filling
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix flour, sugar, yeast, matcha powder, and salt.
- Add warm milk and vegetable oil, then knead into a smooth dough.
- Cover and let the dough rise for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Punch down the dough and divide into equal portions.
- Flatten each portion and place a spoonful of Nutella in the center, then seal and shape into balls.
- Let the filled buns rest for 15–20 minutes.
- Arrange buns in a steamer and steam over medium heat for 10–12 minutes.
- Turn off heat and let buns sit in the steamer for 5 minutes before removing.
Notes
- Do not open the steamer lid immediately after cooking to prevent buns from collapsing.
- You can substitute Nutella with other spreads like peanut butter or red bean paste.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container and reheat by steaming.
- Sift matcha powder to avoid clumps in the dough.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Steaming
- Cuisine: Asian Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bun
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 120 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 2 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 5 mg
