Steamed Rose Buns
Steamed rose-shaped or "flower buns" are a delightful twist on traditional steamed buns. These buns are soft, fluffy, and artfully shaped to resemble roses, making them perfect for festive occasions.
Servings 8
Ingredients
- 2 cups flour
- 2 tsp instant yeast
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 2 tbsp soft butter
- ¼ tsp salt
- ¼ tbsp vegetable oil
- ⅔ cup warm milk. (add more if needed )
- ¼ tsp beetroot powder
Instructions
- In a large bowl combine flour, sugar, salt, butter, yeast, and milk.
- Mix well.
- Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead until smooth for 8-10 mins.
- Shape dough into a ball, place in a greased bowl, cover, and rest for 15 mins.
- Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface, knead the dough again for 5 mins and divide into two pieces.
- Add beetroot powder to one-half of the dough, and knead until the color is evenly blended.
- Divide each dough into 8 equal pieces.
- Roll each dough ball into small round shape
- Line up 6-7 pieces in a row.
- Slowly roll it from one end to another end.
- Cut in the middle to make two roses.
- Slightly shape the bottom and petals.
- Place the roses on the parchment paper, cover and let them rise in a warm place for 15 mins.
- Steam for 10-15 mins