Milk Bread Panipopo (Making The Ultimate Samoan Coconut Bun) | The Aimless Cook by @jaydelcorro

coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: regular milk

Almond milk offers a lower-calorie option while maintaining moisture.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil adds flavor and is dairy-free.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey provides natural sweetness with a unique flavor.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: cake flour

Whole wheat flour increases fiber content.

Mix warm water and yeast in a bowl; let sit until frothy, about 5-10 minutes.

Combine flour, sugar, and salt in a large mixing bowl.

Add the yeast mixture, coconut milk, melted butter, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients.

Knead the dough on a floured surface until smooth, about 8-10 minutes.

Place the dough in a greased bowl; cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour.

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Punch down the risen dough and divide it into equal portions.

Shape each portion into a ball and place in a greased baking dish.

Cover the dough balls and let rise for another 30 minutes.

Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, about 20-25 minutes.

Remove from the oven and brush with melted butter before serving.

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