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Danish Carnival Buns

Danish Carnival Buns: Soft, Fluffy Treats for Everyone

Danish Carnival Buns are delightful, soft treats filled with cheesecake and customizable to your taste.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 22 minutes
Rising Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 52 minutes
Servings: 12 buns
Course: Desserts
Cuisine: Danish
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 4 cups all-purpose flour Provides structure; no substitutions recommended.
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar Adds sweetness; brown sugar can be substituted.
  • 2 teaspoons instant yeast Helps create texture; active dry yeast can be used.
  • 1 teaspoon salt Enhances flavor.
  • 1 cup warm milk Activates yeast; swap with almond milk for dairy-free.
  • 1 large egg Binds ingredients; consider a flax egg for vegan.
  • 1/4 cup softened butter Adds moisture; margarine can be used for dairy-free.
For the Creamy Filling
  • 8 ounces cream cheese Core ingredient for creaminess; ricotta can lighten it.
  • 1 cup powdered sugar Sweetens filling; no substitutes recommended.
  • 1 tablespoon vanilla extract Infuses flavor; almond extract can be substituted.
  • 1 large egg yolk Enriches filling; fruit puree is a vegan alternative.
For the Blueberry Compote
  • 2 cups blueberries Natural sweetness; frozen can be used.
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 1 tablespoon lemon juice Brightens flavor; can substitute with lime juice.
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch Thickens mixture; arrowroot powder is an alternative.
For the Egg Wash
  • 1 tablespoon butter (for egg wash) Creates a golden finish; melted margarine is a vegan option.
For the Topping
  • 1 cup crumble topping Adds texture; can swap with granola.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk
  • Parchment Paper
  • Saucepan
  • Baking Sheet
  • Wire rack

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare Dough: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, yeast, and salt. Gradually pour in warm milk, along with egg and butter. Mix until a soft dough forms.
  2. Knead the Dough: Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Shape into a ball and let rise covered.
  3. First Rise: Allow dough to rise in a warm spot for about 1 hour, until doubled in size.
  4. Make Cheesecake Filling: Beat together cream cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla, and egg yolk until smooth. Refrigerate until firm.
  5. Prepare Blueberry Compote: Cook blueberries, sugar, and lemon juice over medium heat for 5-7 minutes, thicken with cornstarch slurry.
  6. Shape the Buns: Punch down risen dough, divide into 10-12 pieces, shape into balls, and create indentations.
  7. Fill Buns: Fill indentations with cheesecake filling and blueberry compote, sprinkle crumble topping if desired.
  8. Bake: Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C), brush tops with egg wash, and bake for 18-22 minutes until golden brown.
  9. Cool and Serve: Let cool on a wire rack for about 10 minutes and dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bunCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 4gFat: 8gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 150mgPotassium: 120mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 5IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 4mgIron: 6mg

Notes

These Danish Carnival Buns are delightful in texture and easily customizable with different fruits.

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