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    Home » Recipes » Breads & Buns

    Matcha Coconut Cream Buns

    Published: Mar 26, 2020 by Michelle · 7 Comments

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    These Matcha Coconut Cream Buns are a twist on a Chinese bakery classic. The buns are light and fluffy, filled with a flavourful and delicious matcha coconut cream.

    A close up of coconut bun with matcha cream on a black round plate, matcha in small dish with spoon, buns in background
    These Matcha Coconut Cream Buns are a riff on the classic bakery classic Coconut Cream Buns. 

    Matcha and coconut are a heavenly pair, as seen in my Matcha Coconut Loaf.

    Why you'll love this recipe

    These buns are based off my Coconut Cream Buns recipe.

    Instead of coconut cream in the bun, I've added matcha to the cream which adds some green tea earthiness and additional flavour. 

    I also like how matcha tones down the sweetness and richness of the overall cream.

    Ingredients you'll need

    What you'll need for the matcha cream:

    • heavy whipping cream: with at least 36% milkfat [MF])
    • matcha powder: use a high quality matcha for the best flavour and taste
    • powdered sugar: also known as icing sugar, adds a little sweetness to the cream
    • coconut extract: optional, but intensifies the coconut flavour

    Notes:

    For best results, it's best to keep the whipping cream as cold as you can.

    If possible, keep your mixing bowl and whisk in the fridge for at least 20 minutes before you whip the cream. 

    A close up of coconut bun with matcha cream on a black round plate, matcha in small dish with spoon, coconut flakes in small dish, buns on a plate

    How to make the matcha cream

    Pour in the heavy cream into the chilled bowl.

    Whisk until the cream starts to form bubbles.

    Add in the powdered sugar and matcha and continue to whisk until medium peaks.

    Add in the coconut extract and whisk until stiff peaks.

    Note: Be careful not to over whisk or you'll risk turning it into butter

    How to assemble

    Once the buns have cooled down, split the tops of the buns and fill with the matcha cream.

    How to serve & store 

    These Matcha Coconut Cream Buns are best served on the same day they are made.

    If not serving right away, store the assembled buns in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 1 day.

    Alternatively, you can keep the buns separate from the whipped matcha cream and assemble prior serving. (Keep the whipped cream in the fridge).

    Other recipes you may like

    Be sure to check out these recipes: 

    Hattendo-Inspired Matcha Cream Buns

    Coconut Cream Buns

    Mini Matcha Custard Buns

    Matcha Strawberry Fruit Sando

    Coconut Buns (Chinese Cocktail Buns) 雞尾包

    Let me know if you try out my recipe! Tag me on Instagram @siftandsimmer or leave me a comment below. I'd love to see your creations!

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    5 from 6 votes

    Matcha Coconut Cream Buns

    These Cream Buns are light and fluffy, filled with a flavourful and delicious matcha coconut cream
    Prep Time20 minutes mins
    Total Time20 minutes mins
    Course: Breakfast, Snack
    Cuisine: Asian, Chinese
    Servings: 6
    Calories: 170kcal
    Author: Michelle

    For accuracy and precision in baking recipes, use weight (metric) measurements when available.

    Ingredients

    • 1 batch Coconut Cream Buns omitting the cream filling

    Matcha Coconut Cream:

    • 1 C heavy whipping cream
    • 3 tablespoon powdered sugar
    • 2 tablespoon matcha
    • 1 teaspoon coconut extract
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    Instructions

    Make the matcha whipping cream:

    • Chill a medium stainless steel or glass bowl and whisk in the fridge for at least 30 minutes prior to whipping the cream.
    • Remove the chilled bowl and whisk from the fridge. Add the cold heavy cream and beat until foamy. Add in the powdered sugar and keep beating until almost stiff peaks. Add in the matcha and coconut extract and whisk until stiff peaks form.
    • Transfer the whipped cream into a piping bag fitted with a star tip.
    • Carefully cut the Coconut Cream buns lengthwise (and if you wish, remove some of the bread inside since it may be too bulky) and pipe in the matcha coconut cream.
    • Best served on the same day as made.

    Notes

    Can be refrigerated if not consumed right away, although the bread may stiffen a little while cold. A better way would be to only pipe the cream on prior to serving.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 170kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Cholesterol: 54mg | Sodium: 15mg | Potassium: 31mg | Sugar: 4g | Vitamin A: 833IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 26mg | Iron: 1mg

    The nutritional information provided should be considered as approximate and is not guaranteed. Please use your best judgment to ensure food is safely prepared and/or a good fit for your diet.

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    Comments

    1. Christie

      September 15, 2020 at 1:28 pm

      5 stars
      Wow they are just perfection Michelle! I love that you took the classic cream bun and made a matcha version of it!

      Reply
      • Michelle

        September 16, 2020 at 9:42 pm

        Aw thank you, Christie! 🙂

    2. Dannii

      November 03, 2020 at 9:32 am

      5 stars
      I love iced buns, but I never would have thought to add matcha to it. Great idea!

      Reply
    3. Alisa Infanti

      December 17, 2020 at 9:34 am

      5 stars
      These are such a fun twist on an eclair! And the matcha cream was amazing!

      Reply
    4. Adrianne

      January 23, 2021 at 11:06 am

      5 stars
      I love this style of Chinese bun! It is super authentic looking and tasty too! Such a great alternative to traditional baking. Can't wait to try it. Thanks!

      Reply
    5. Claudia Lamascolo

      January 31, 2021 at 9:54 am

      5 stars
      Wow the flavors are off the charts in this and I just love coconut!

      Reply
    6. Anjali

      March 08, 2021 at 11:05 am

      5 stars
      I love the idea of adding matcha to the coconut cream in these buns!! It gives it such a beautiful color and flavor!

      Reply

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