Crossed Buns using a Thermomix
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Ah, the Mauricette – a delightful twist on the traditional bun that hails from the picturesque Alsace region of France! Imagine biting into a soft, slightly chewy exterior, only to be greeted by a tender, fluffy interior that begs to be filled with your favorite toppings. These buns are not just a treat for the taste buds; they're a testament to the region's rich culinary history, where German and French influences dance together in perfect harmony. Fun fact: the name 'Mauricette' is believed to have been inspired by the popular baker 'Maurice', who perfected this recipe back in the day. So, whether you're slathering them with butter, stuffing them with sausages, or simply enjoying them plain, these buns are sure to elevate any meal to a festive occasion!
Ingredients
- 300 g Water
- 10 g Fresh baker's yeast
- 500 g Flour t55
- 30 g Granulated sugar
- 10 g Salt
- 50 g Butter
- 1 Egg
- 1 Pinch(es) White sesame seed
- 1 Pinch(es) Poppy seed
Steps
Dough
- Add 300 g of water, 10 g of fresh baker's yeast in the food processor bowl.
- Mix manual: 2:00min / 37°C / Speed 2.
- Add 500 g of flour t55, 30 g of granulated sugar, 10 g of salt, 50 g of butter in the food processor bowl.
- Mix knead: 6:00min / 0°C / Speed 1.
- Transfer the content of the food processor bowl in a mixing bowl.
- Setaside the dough in the mixing bowl cover with towel during 1h .
Shaping and Baking
- Preheat the oven at 190°C.
- Line a baking sheet with baking paper.
- Punch down the risen dough.
- Divide the dough into 12 equal pieces.
- Shape each piece into a smooth, round bun.
- Place the content of the dough on a baking tray.
- Leave some space between the buns on the baking tray.
- Using a sharp knife or a lame, make a shallow crescent-shaped cut on the top of each bun.
- Brush 1 egg on the dough.
- Sprinkle 1 pinch(es) of white sesame seed, 1 pinch(es) of poppy seed on the dough.
- Setaside the dough on the baking tray during 20min.
- Cook in the oven at 190°C.
- Transfer the content of the baking tray in a strainer let cool.
- Serve Cold.
