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toad bakery-style bear buns

Inspired by the iconic 'Bear Bun' from Toad Bakery in Camberwell, London, these pillowy soft milk bread rolls are as delightful to look at as they are to eat. They feature a tender, slightly sweet crumb with a high-shine glaze and adorable chocolate features.

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recipe by

sarahmaccallumorr

snackBritish8 servingsvegetarian
Toad Bakery-Style Bear Buns - Image 1
45
prep (min)
20
cook (min)
180
total (min)
  • 20 g bread flour (for tangzhong)
  • 100 ml whole milk (for tangzhong)
  • 350 g bread flour
  • 50 g caster sugar
  • 7 g instant yeast
  • 5 g fine sea salt
  • 125 ml whole milk (warm)
  • 1 large egg (room temperature)
  • 50 g unsalted butter (softened)
  • 1 large egg (for egg wash)
  • 1 tbsp whole milk (for egg wash)
  • 50 g dark chocolate (melted, for decoration)