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Miso Brown Sugar Cashew Buns

Miso Brown Sugar Cashew Buns That Will Wow Your Taste Buds

These Miso Brown Sugar Cashew Buns are a delightful twist on classic cinnamon rolls, perfectly blending sweetness and umami in a dairy-free treat.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Rising Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours 10 minutes
Servings: 8 buns
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 180
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Dough
  • 1 cup Almond Milk or any milk of choice
  • 1/4 cup Brown Sugar can substitute with coconut sugar
  • 2 teaspoons Active Dry Yeast must be fresh
  • 2 tablespoons Instant Coffee espresso powder can be used
  • 3 cups All-Purpose Flour or bread flour for chewiness
  • 1 cup Bread Flour optional
  • 1/4 cup Butter or dairy-free alternatives
For the Miso Caramel
  • 1/4 cup Red Miso Paste white miso for milder flavor
  • 1/2 cup Brown Sugar be cautious with dark brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup Applesauce pureed dates can be an alternative
  • 1/2 cup Crushed Cashews or walnuts/pecans
For the Glaze
  • 1 cup Powdered Sugar sift for smooth consistency
  • 1 teaspoon Vanilla Extract

Equipment

  • mixing bowls
  • Loaf pan
  • Saucepan
  • whisk
  • Rolling Pin
  • oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Heat almond milk to about 115°F, mix in brown sugar until dissolved, sprinkle yeast over top and let bloom for 5-10 minutes.
  2. Knead dough for 2-3 minutes on a floured surface, shape into a ball, place in an oiled bowl, cover, and let rise for 60-90 minutes until doubled.
  3. Combine miso paste, brown sugar, applesauce, and melted butter in a mixing bowl until smooth. Pour into greased loaf pan.
  4. Roll out dough, sprinkle with brown sugar and a dash of cinnamon, roll tightly, and cut into 8 pieces.
  5. Place cut buns in loaf pan over miso caramel, cover, and allow to rise for another 60-90 minutes.
  6. Preheat oven to 350°F. Bake buns for 30-40 minutes until golden brown and fragrant.
  7. Whisk powdered sugar and vanilla extract together, adding almond milk for consistency.
  8. Drizzle glaze over warm buns before serving.

Notes

Ensure yeast is fresh for proper rise. Customize nuts as desired.