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Panipopo

Cultural Context

Originating from Samoa, Panipopo are sweet coconut buns traditionally enjoyed during special occasions and gatherings. These delightful treats reflect the island's abundant coconut resources and are often served with tea or as a dessert. Today, Panipopo has gained popularity beyond Samoa, inspiring variations across the Pacific Islands and even in global bakeries.

SamoanWSdessert
90 min
medium
12 servings
Servings4
2 cups warm milk
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
3 cups flour
raw sugar
3 teaspoons instant yeast
1 can coconut cream
1 can cold water
4 tablespoons sugar

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: regular milk

Almond milk is lower in calories, while regular milk is more accessible.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil adds flavor and is dairy-free, while margarine is often less expensive.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey is a natural sweetener, while brown sugar can be cheaper depending on the brand.

eggs

🥗Healthier: flaxseed meal

💰Cheaper: aquafaba

Flaxseed meal is a great egg substitute for binding and is often less expensive.

1

Turn off the gas.

2

Introduce the ingredients for the panipopo.

3

Measure and pour 2 cups of warm milk into a bowl.

4

Add 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil to the milk.

5

Measure 3 cups of flour and add it to the mixture.

6

Add 3 teaspoons of instant yeast to the flour mixture.

7

Add a little raw sugar to the dough mixture.

8

Add 1 egg to the mixture (if applicable).

9

Mix the ingredients together until well combined.

10

Shake the can of coconut cream to mix it well before using.

11

In a separate bowl, combine 1 can of coconut cream with 1 full can of cold water.

12

Add about 4 tablespoons of sugar to the coconut cream and water mixture.

13

Stir the coconut cream mixture until the sugar dissolves.

14

Cover the dough with a towel and let it rise until it doubles in size.

15

Once risen, punch down the dough to release the air.

16

Knead the dough on a floured surface until smooth.

17

Divide the dough into pieces for shaping.

18

Shape the dough into buns by twisting and rolling them.

19

Let the shaped buns sit for a little bit before cooking.

Cooking Techniques

mixingkneadingrisingbaking

Equipment Needed

blender

Spice Level:

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Dietary

vegetarian

Allergens

glutendairyegg

Also Known As

Samoan Coconut BunsPanipopo Buns

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