Salted Egg Yolk Custard Pineapple Buns

Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Bake salted duck egg yolks at 375 Fahrenheit for 10 to 12 minutes or until they're fully cooked and opaque.
  2. 2Once cool, blend them into a fine powder.
  3. 3Dissolve sugar and gelatin in water over low heat.
  4. 4Once dissolved, turn off the heat and stir in butter until combined.
  5. 5In a stand mixer, add the blended salted egg yolks, cornstarch, and custard powder.
  6. 6Mix it in the lowest setting.
  7. 7Slowly add in the wet ingredients to create a smooth batter.
  8. 8Pour this mixture into a container and refrigerate for at least 5 hours.
  9. 9Once firm, knead and roll it into small balls.
  10. 10Flatten the bun dough.
  11. 11Place the salted egg yolk ball in the center and wrap it up.
  12. 12Add the cookie pastry on top.
  13. 13Score the pattern.
  14. 14Bake it at 350 Fahrenheit for 13 to 15 minutes.

Ingredients

  • 12 salted duck egg yolks
  • 150 g sugar
  • 13 g gelatin powder
  • 165 ml water
  • 180 g unsalted butter
  • 35 g cornstarch
  • 35 g custard powder

Equipment

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Tips

  • Bake salted duck egg yolks until fully cooked and opaque.
  • Refrigerate the mixture for at least 5 hours until firm.
  • Flatten the bun dough, place the salted egg yolk ball in the center, and wrap it up.
  • Score the pattern on the cookie pastry before baking.