Get ready for Valentine’s Day with these luscious Strawberry Buns filled with homemade strawberry filling and topped with a rich mascarpone cream. These buns are not only visually stunning but also packed with delightful flavors, making them perfect for celebrating love. The combination of sweet strawberries, fluffy dough, and creamy mascarpone offers a decadent treat that’s sure to impress your special someone.
Why You’ll Love This
Our Valentine’s Strawberry Buns are a treat for anyone who loves the combination of fruit and cream in their pastries. The dough is soft and airy, providing the perfect canvas for the sweet and tangy strawberry filling. The mascarpone cream adds a luxurious touch, making each bite a delightful mix of textures and flavors. These buns are ideal for sharing with your loved one or treating yourself to something special.
Perfect Occasion
These strawberry buns are perfect for Valentine’s Day, anniversaries, or any romantic occasion. They’re also great for brunch, as a special dessert, or as a sweet surprise for your partner. Their charming appearance and exquisite taste make them a wonderful addition to any celebration of love.
The Recipe
Dough Ingredients
- 550 g all-purpose flour
- 200 ml lukewarm whole milk
- 2 eggs (approx. 100 g without shell)
- 100 g butter (room temperature)
- 30 g fresh yeast or 8 g instant yeast
- 50 g sugar
- A pinch of salt
Strawberry Filling
- 500 g frozen strawberries
- 3 tsp lemon juice
- 50 g sugar
- 1 tsp cornstarch
Mascarpone Cream
- 250 g mascarpone
- 100 g whipped cream
- 40 g powdered sugar
- 1 tbsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Dough: Dissolve yeast in milk. Add eggs, sugar, and salt. Stir in flour and knead with a dough hook for 3-4 minutes. Add butter and knead on high for 8-10 minutes. Let it rise for 1 hour.
- Roll dough into a rectangle, spread strawberry filling, and roll up. Cut into 12 buns and place on a baking tray. Let rise for 35 minutes.
- Bake at 200°C (fan) for 20-25 minutes, covering with foil for the first 15 minutes. Let cool.Strawberry Filling: Cook strawberries, lemon juice, and sugar. Add cornstarch, blend with a stick blender, and simmer for 15 minutes. Cool down.Mascarpone Cream: Whisk mascarpone, sugar, and vanilla. Add whipped cream and whisk for 15-30 seconds.
Enjoy these delightful Strawberry Buns with Mascarpone Cream, a sweet and romantic treat perfect for Valentine’s Day or any special occasion with your loved one!
