Salted Egg Custard Lava Bun
Soft, pillowy buns with a molten salted egg yolk center—salty, rich, and utterly addictive. Baked on a sheet pan in under 20 minutes using store-bought dough.
- Total time
- 18 min
- Servings
- 4
- Calories
- 285
- Protein
- 8g
Ingredients
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Step 1
Divide dough into 4 equal pieces. Roll each into a ball, then flatten into a 3-inch disk.
Step 2
Place a salted egg yolk in the center of each disk. Fold edges up and pinch to seal; shape into a ball.
Step 3
Mix beaten egg with milk. Place buns seam-side down on a sheet pan lined with parchment. Brush with egg wash.
Step 4
Sprinkle sesame seeds on top. Let rest 5 minutes at room temperature.
Step 5
Bake at 400°F for 12–14 minutes until golden brown and buns sound hollow when tapped.
Step 6
Brush warm buns with softened butter. Serve immediately while yolks are still warm and molten.
Tools you’ll need
- sheet pan
- parchment paper
- small bowl (for egg wash)
- pastry brush
- oven (preheated to 400°F)
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