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Nutritional Values
350kcal
8gProtein
62gCarbs
10gFat
2gFibre
150 gServing
* Per serving · 150 g. May vary.
Allergens
🌾 Gluten
🥛 Dairy
🥚 Eggs
Pineapple Bun
How to order / say it
Say it
菠蘿包 — [bo-law bao]
Order
I'd like a pineapple bun, please.
Locally
我要菠蘿包，謝謝。
Say locally
A sweet bun that resembles a pineapple due to its crackly top.
Why try it?
The Pineapple Bun is a beloved treat in Hong Kong bakeries, often eaten for breakfast or as a snack. It symbolizes the creativity and adaptability of Hong Kong bakers.
How it tastes
The bun is soft and fluffy with a distinctive, sugary crust that crackles like a pineapple skin. It's tender with a perfect blend of sweet and buttery flavors.
Origin & History — first documented: 1950
Introduced in the mid-20th century, this bun was inspired by local tastes and became a staple. It was designed to provide an affordable sweet treat that fits both colonial and local palates.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🌾 300 g flour
- 🥛 50 g butter
- 🍯 80 g sugar
- 🥛 100 ml milk
- 🥚 1 egg
- 🌾 7 g yeast
Method
- 1 Mix yeast, milk, butter, flour, and sugar to form a dough.
- 2 Let the dough rise until doubled in size.
- 3 Shape into buns, add topping dough, and score.
- 4 Bake at 180°C for 15-18 minutes until golden.
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