Sweet Coconut Almond Frangipane Buns
These Sweet Coconut Almond Frangipane Buns are light and fluffy buns with a sweet filling of desiccated coconut and almond intertwined throughout.
Servings 6
Calories 194kcal
Ingredients
Filling:
- 80 g coconut flakes
- 20 g almond flour
- 1 large egg
- 30 g granulated sugar
- 30 g unsalted butter softened at room temperature
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- ½ teaspoon coconut extract
Dough:
- ½ batch hamburger bun dough
Garnish:
- 2 tablespoon flaked almonds
Instructions
Make the filling:
- In a bowl, combine all the ingredients and mix well.
- Divide into 6 equal portions. Set aside.
Make the dough:
- Make a half batch of Hamburger Bun Dough.
- Once the dough has risen, divide into 6 equal pieces.
Assemble:
- Take one piece of dough and roll it into an oval shape.
- Smear about 1 tablespoon of filling over the dough.
- Working from the long side, roll the dough up and seal the edges.
- Cut the dough in half, leaving top attached.
- Twist the two pieces away from each other and braid together into a long piece.
- Tie the dough into a knot.
- Place onto a large baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Repeat with the remainder.
- Cover and leave to rise in a warm location until slightly puffy.
- Preheat oven to 350°F/177°C.
- Brush the top of the dough with egg wash or heavy cream and sprinkle additional almond flakes.
- Bake at 350°F/177°C for 18-20 minutes, or until lightly golden in colour.
Nutrition
Calories: 194kcal | Carbohydrates: 10g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 11g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 38mg | Sodium: 16mg | Potassium: 110mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 6g | Vitamin A: 165IU | Vitamin C: 0.2mg | Calcium: 25mg | Iron: 1mg