Sausage Buns
Hong Kong

Classic bakery-style soft sausage buns using Tangzhong method for extra fluffiness.

Last updated: January 11, 2026
PREP
30
COOK
18
TOTAL
48m
7
1
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Instructions
Tangzhong
1

Mix flour and milk in a saucepan, whisk until smooth.

30 g Bread flour (for Tangzhong)150 ml Milk (for Tangzhong)
2

Cook over low heat, stirring constantly.

3

When the mixture thickens and shows lines (around 65°C / 150°F), remove from heat.

4

Cover and let it cool.

Dough
5

In a mixing bowl, combine milk, egg, sugar, salt, yeast, and Tangzhong.

110 ml Milk1 pc Egg35 g Sugar4 g Salt4 g Instant yeast180 g Tangzhong
6

Add flour and mix until dough roughly comes together.

300 g Bread flour
7

Add butter and knead until smooth and elastic.

30 g Unsalted butter
8

Cover it and let rise until doubled in size (about 1 hour in a warm place).

9

Punch down dough and divide into equal portions.

10

Shape into balls and let rest for 10 minutes.

Cooking
11

Roll each piece, wrap around a sausage, and place on a baking tray.

10 pcs Sausage
12

Let rise in a warm, humid place until 1.5 times bigger (about 40 minutes).

13

Brush with egg wash.

1 pc egg-wash
14

Preheat oven to 170°C.

15

Bake 15–18 minutes until golden brown.

Chef's Tips
  • Freezes well; reheat in the oven or toaster to enjoy that fresh-baked texture.
  • Tangzhong (Water Roux): Use a 1:5 ratio of flour to liquid. It acts as a natural stabilizer, keeping your bread soft and moist for days.
  • Storage: Tangzhong can be made in advance and refrigerated for up to 3 days.