Salted Caramel Peach Crumble Buns – Giant Bakery-Style Summer Buns with Cream Cheese Custard
Ingredients
- ¾ cwhole milk
heated to 100–110°F
- 2 tspactive dry yeast
- ¼ cgranulated sugar
- 1 largeegg
- 2 ½ cbread floour or all-purpose flour
- 1 tspfine-grain salt
- 3 tbspunsalted butter
room temp
- 1 largeegg
- 8 ozcream cheese
room temp
- 2 tbspheavy cream
- 1 tspvanilla extract
- ½ cpowdered sugar
- 1 ½ cripe peaches
- 1 tbsplight brown sugar
- 1 tbspall-purpose flour
- ½ tspcinnamon
- 3 tbspunsalted butter
- ½ call-purpose flour
- ½ clight brown sugar
- 1 tspvanilla extract
- ¼ csalted caramel
store-bought or homemade
Directions
- 1
Activate the Yeast: Heat milk to 100–110°F. Stir in the yeast and let sit 5–10 minutes until bubbly and foamy.
- 2
Make the Dough: In a stand mixer, combine the milk mixture with sugar and egg. Add flour and salt and knead for 5 minutes. Add cubed butter, one tablespoon at a time, and knead for another 5 minutes. Cover the bowl and let the dough rise for 1–2 hours until doubled in size.
- 3
Shape the Buns: Punch down the dough and divide into 6 equal portions. Roll each into a ball and flatten slightly. Press the center down and push the sides outward to form a “bowl” or divot in the middle (5–6 inches wide). Place on parchment-lined sheet and brush edges with egg wash.
- 4
Make the Cream Cheese Custard: Beat the cream cheese until smooth. Add vanilla and heavy cream, mix well. Slowly add powdered sugar and beat until light and fluffy. Pipe into the center of each bun.
- 5
Drizzle Salted Caramel: Drizzle half of the salted caramel on top of the custard filling.
- 6
Prepare the Peaches: Toss diced peaches with brown sugar, flour, and cinnamon. Spoon over the caramel in each bun.
- 7
Add the Crumble: Combine melted butter, flour, brown sugar, and vanilla. Sprinkle crumble on the outer edges of each bun.
- 8
Bake: Bake at 375°F for 20–25 minutes, until golden and set.
- 9
Cool and Finish: Let cool for 15 minutes undisturbed to allow the custard to set.Drizzle with salted caramel or desired topping.
Salted Caramel Peach Crumble Buns – Giant Bakery-Style Summer Buns with Cream Cheese Custard
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About this Recipe
Indulge in Giant Bakery-Style Salted Caramel Peach Crumble Buns
Welcome the sweet farewell of summer with these incredible Salted Caramel Peach Crumble Buns! Forget tiny, dry pastries; these are truly giant bakery-style buns that promise a decadent experience with every single bite. Perfect for a special weekend brunch or a lavish breakfast treat, they're designed to make the most of peach season in the most delicious way possible.
What makes these peach crumble buns so utterly irresistible? It starts with a remarkably fluffy, soft brioche-like dough, which serves as the perfect canvas for a symphony of flavors and textures. Each bun is generously filled with a creamy, dreamy cream cheese custard, adding a rich, tangy counterpoint to the sweetness. Nestled within are juicy, cinnamon-spiced peaches, bursting with late-summer goodness. Capping it all off is a buttery, crisp crumble topping, providing that essential texture contrast, and a luscious drizzle of salted caramel that ties every element together beautifully.
Tips for the Perfect Peach Crumble Buns
- Peach Perfection: Use ripe but firm peaches for the best texture in your filling. If they're too soft, they might become mushy during baking. A mix of yellow and white peaches can add complexity.
- Caramel Choices: While homemade salted caramel is always a treat, a good quality store-bought version works perfectly for convenience without sacrificing flavor.
- Serving Suggestions: These spectacular buns are a meal in themselves! Enjoy them warm with a cup of coffee or a glass of iced tea. They also make an unforgettable centerpiece for a brunch spread or a delightful dessert.
These Salted Caramel Peach Crumble Buns aren't just a recipe; they're an invitation to slow down and savor the vibrant flavors of summer, wrapped up in a comforting, bakery-worthy package. Get ready to impress and delight!