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Black Sesame Lava Bun – Steamed Bao Perfection

Pillowy steamed bao buns bursting with molten black sesame paste and a hint of brown sugar sweetness. This Fat Switch version swaps heavy cream and butter for silken tofu and tahini, cutting 40% of calories while delivering the same luxurious, oozing center that makes these irresistible.

25m

Prep Time

35m

Cook Time

Servings

348

Calories

14g

Protein

🛒 Ingredients

✓ 1.5 cups all-purpose flour
✓ 1 tsp instant yeast
✓ 1/2 tsp salt
✓ 1/4 cup unsweetened almond milk (warm)
✓ 2 tbsp maple syrup
✓ 1 tbsp neutral oil
✓ 2 tbsp rice vinegar (in steamer water)
✓ 150g silken tofu (drained)
✓ 2 tbsp black sesame paste
✓ 2 tbsp tahini
✓ 2 tbsp brown sugar
✓ 1 tbsp coconut sugar
✓ 1 tsp vanilla extract
✓ 1/2 tsp sesame oil

👨‍🍳 Instructions

1. Bloom the Yeast: Mix warm almond milk with yeast and maple syrup in a bowl. Let sit 5 minutes until foamy, signaling active yeast.

2. Build the Dough: Combine flour and salt. Pour yeast mixture and oil into the center. Mix with a spatula, then knead by hand for 8 minutes until smooth and elastic. Dough should be soft but not sticky.

3. First Rise: Oil a bowl lightly, add dough, cover with damp cloth. Let rise at room temperature for 60–90 minutes until doubled in size.

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4. Prepare the Filling: Gently press silken tofu to remove excess water (do not squeeze hard). In a small bowl, whisk tofu, black sesame paste, tahini, brown sugar, coconut sugar, vanilla, and sesame oil until smooth and paste-like. Divide into 2 equal portions.

5. Shape the Buns: Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface. Divide into 2 equal pieces. Roll each into a 4-inch circle. Place 1 portion of filling in the center of each circle, leaving a 1/2-inch border. Gather edges over the filling and pinch to seal. Place seam-side down on parchment squares.

6. Second Rise: Cover shaped buns with damp cloth. Let proof for 30–40 minutes until puffy and light to the touch.

7. Set Up Steamer: Fill a steamer pot or wok with water, add rice vinegar (prevents sticking). Bring to a boil. Place steamer rack 1 inch above water level.

8. Steam the Buns: Carefully place parchment squares with buns onto steamer rack (do not let them touch). Cover and steam over medium-high heat for 12–14 minutes until buns are puffy and the dough springs back when lightly touched.

9. Cool & Serve: Remove buns to a plate. Let rest 2 minutes before serving. Gently squeeze a bun to reveal the oozing black sesame center.

📊 Nutrition per Serving

Calories348 kcal

Protein14g

Carbohydrates54g

Fat8g

🏷️ Tags

#black sesame bao buns recipe#steamed dim sum low-calorie#lava bun healthy version

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