These Vanilla Custard Yeast Rolls are a delicious baked treat, perfect for those who love the combination of soft, fluffy yeast dough with a rich and creamy vanilla custard. The dough is rolled out, generously spread with a thick layer of homemade vanilla custard, and then rolled up and cut into individual pieces. Each piece is twisted for a unique shape before baking, creating a delightful presentation. The rolls are then baked to golden perfection and can be drizzled with icing for added sweetness.
Why You'll Love This: The contrast between the light, airy dough and the sweet, creamy custard makes these rolls an irresistible treat. They're perfect for a special breakfast, a sweet snack, or as a comforting treat to enjoy any time of the day.
Perfect Occasion: Ideal for a weekend brunch, family gatherings, or as a special treat for holidays and celebrations. They're also great for sharing with friends and colleagues as a homemade gift or a delightful addition to a bake sale.
Decoration Tips: Once cooled, drizzle the rolls with a simple icing sugar glaze for a classic finish. You can also garnish with a sprinkle of powdered sugar or a dollop of whipped cream for added indulgence.
Dough Ingredients:
- 125ml of warm milk
- 7g of dry yeast
- 1 egg
- 60g of sugar
- 50g of butter
- Approximately 300-400g of wheat flour
- Egg wash or a bit of milk for brushing
Vanilla Custard:
- 40g of vanilla custard powder
- 400ml of milk
- Approximately 3 tablespoons of sugar
Instructions:
- Mix yeast with warm milk, a tablespoon of sugar, and flour. Let it sit for about 15 minutes.
- Melt and cool the butter.
- Combine all dough ingredients and knead until smooth. Let it rise for 1 hour.
- Prepare the vanilla custard as per the packet's instructions, using 400ml of milk and sweetening to taste. Cover with cling film and cool.
- Roll out the dough into a rectangle, spread with custard, roll up, seal the edge, and cut into pieces. Twist each piece and place on a baking tray lined with parchment paper. Brush with egg wash or milk.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (356°F) until golden brown.
- Cool and drizzle with icing.
Enjoy these Vanilla Custard Yeast Rolls, a soft and fluffy treat filled with a deliciously rich custard, perfect for any occasion.
Enjoy!