Sweet Bread with Cream Filling Recipe

Ingredients

For the Dough:

• • 1 egg
  • 3 tbsp sugar

• • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp yeast (active dry or instant)
  • 180 ml (3/4 cup) warm milk

• 40 g (2 tbsp) butter, melted
• 400 g (2.5 cups) all-purpose flour

For the Cream Filling:

• • 3 tbsp sugar
  • 1 egg
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch or flour

• 250 ml (1 cup) milk
• 1 tsp vanilla sugar

Directions

Prepare the Dough:

1. 1. Activate the Yeast (if needed):
      • In a small bowl, mix warm milk, 1 tsp yeast, and 1 tbsp sugar (from the 3 tbsp). Let sit for 5–10 minutes until frothy. Skip this step if using instant yeast.

1. 1. Mix the Dough Ingredients:
      • In a large mixing bowl, combine the egg, remaining sugar, and salt. Add the frothy yeast mixture (or instant yeast) and melted butter. Gradually add the flour while mixing until a soft dough forms.
   2. Knead the Dough:
      • • Knead the dough on a floured surface for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.

       

   3. First Rise:
      • Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth or plastic wrap, and let rise in a warm place for 1–1.5 hours or until doubled in size.

Prepare the Cream Filling:

1. 1. Mix Ingredients:
      • In a saucepan, whisk together the egg, sugar, and cornstarch (or flour) until smooth. Gradually whisk in the milk to avoid lumps.

1. Cook the Cream:
   • Place the saucepan over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the mixture thickens into a creamy custard. Remove from heat and stir in vanilla sugar. Let cool completely before using.

Assemble the Bread:

1. 1. Shape the Dough:
      • Punch down the risen dough and divide it into equal portions (8–10 pieces, depending on preference). Roll each piece into a ball and flatten slightly.
   2. Fill with Cream:
      • • Spoon a small amount of the cream filling into the center of each flattened dough ball. Pinch the edges together to seal, forming a smooth ball.

       

   3. Second Rise:
      • Arrange the filled dough balls on a parchment-lined baking sheet or in a greased baking dish, seam-side down. Cover and let rise for 30–40 minutes.

Bake the Bread:

1. 1. Preheat the Oven:
      • Preheat your oven to 350°F (180°C).

1. Bake:
   • Brush the tops of the dough balls with milk or egg wash for a golden finish. Bake for 20–25 minutes, or until golden brown.

Serve:

• Let the bread cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm or at room temperature.