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Soft Purple Sweet Potato Buns: 10 Irresistible Recipes

Soft Purple Sweet Potato
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Soft, colorful purple sweet potato buns that are tender and lightly sweet, perfect for breakfast, brunch, or casual dinners.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup mashed purple sweet potato or ube puree, cooled
  • 3 cups all-purpose flour or bread flour
  • 1 cup whole milk, warmed
  • 2 teaspoons active dry yeast or instant yeast
  • 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Optional: a few drops of ube extract
  • 1 egg for egg wash or milk for a lighter finish

Instructions

  1. Proof the yeast: Warm the milk until it feels like a warm bath, about 100 to 110°F. Stir in a pinch of sugar and the yeast. Let it sit for 5 to 10 minutes until foamy.
  2. Make the dough: In a mixing bowl, add flour, sugar, salt, mashed purple sweet potato, vanilla, and the foamy yeast mixture. Mix until shaggy. Add butter and knead until smooth, 8 to 10 minutes by hand or 5 to 7 minutes in a stand mixer.
  3. First rise: Shape the dough into a ball, place in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise until doubled, about 60 to 90 minutes.
  4. Shape: Gently deflate the dough, divide into 10 to 12 pieces, and shape into tight balls. Place on a parchment-lined pan.
  5. Second rise: Cover and let the buns rise until puffy, about 45 to 60 minutes.
  6. Bake: Brush with egg wash or milk, and bake at 350°F for 18 to 22 minutes until golden and about 190°F inside. Cool for 10 minutes before serving.
  7. Finish: Brush with melted butter and drizzle with honey for a glossy finish.

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