PANIPOPO (SAMOAN SWEET COCONUT BUNS)

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These delicious, soft buns are made even better with the addition of the sweet coconut sauce. They are so easy that even I made a perfect batch!!! These are usually served upside-down so the sauce ends up on the top. I got this recipe from Seta's "Panipopos' Kitchen". Enjoy!

Provided by Nif_H

Categories     Breads

Time 1h

Yield 12 buns

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 (2 1/4 teaspoon) package active dry yeast
1 cup warm water
1/4 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 egg, lightly beaten
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
3 cups all-purpose flour
3/4 cup coconut milk, canned or fresh (canned worked great)
3/4 cup water
1/2 cup sugar

Steps:

  • I used a stand mixer up to step 6. The instructions here are to do by hand.
  • Put the yeast and water in a large bowl and leave for 10 minutes.
  • Add all the rest of the ingredients and mix to form a soft dough.
  • Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 10 to 20 minutes or until dough is smooth and elastic.
  • Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover and leave to double in volume (optional step: punch down and leave to double in volume again).
  • Punch the dough down and turn out onto a lightly floured surface.
  • Shape the dough into 12 balls and place in an ungreased 9 by 13 baking pan. Pat down slightly (so they will sit upside down if you want to flip them to serve).
  • Cover and leave to rise until almost doubled.
  • while the buns are rising, preheat your oven to 190°c/375°f, and make your coconut sauce.
  • Coconut sauce:.
  • Combine all ingredients well.
  • When the buns have doubled in size, pour the sauce over them.
  • Bake for 20 to 25 minutes or until golden brown and the sauce is bubbling up around the edges.
  • Let them cool at least a half hour before cutting into them.
  • This gives the buns time to set up, and also gives the sauce a chance to thicken slightly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 218.4, Fat 6, SaturatedFat 3.1, Cholesterol 15.5, Sodium 106.8, Carbohydrate 37.1, Fiber 1.1, Sugar 12.6, Protein 4.3

vicky Bhaai
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These buns are a delicious and easy-to-make treat. I love the way the coconut flavor comes through in the buns. They're the perfect snack or dessert for any occasion.


malik bessa
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These buns are a great way to add a little bit of sweetness to your day. They're also a great way to use up any leftover coconut milk. I love the way the coconut flavor pairs with the sweet dough.


Bradley Saylor
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These buns are the perfect comfort food. They're so soft and fluffy, and the coconut flavor is so comforting. I love to eat them warm with a cup of coffee or tea.


widley Calixte Officiel
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I love how versatile these buns are. I've made them for breakfast, lunch, and dinner. They're also great for snacks or desserts. I always have a batch of these buns in my freezer so I can have them on hand whenever I need them.


md monir Hosen
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These buns are so easy to make and they're always a crowd-pleaser. I love that they're not too sweet and the coconut flavor is just right. I always get compliments when I make these buns.


Hujat Ullah
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These buns are a great way to use up leftover coconut milk. They're also a great snack or dessert to take to a party. I love the way the coconut flavor pairs with the sweet dough.


Lily S
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I'm not usually a fan of coconut, but these buns were surprisingly delicious. The coconut flavor was subtle and not overpowering. The buns were also very soft and fluffy. I would definitely make these again.


Samantha Baker
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These buns are amazing! They're so soft and fluffy, and the coconut flavor is just perfect. I love that they're not too sweet, and the buns are the perfect size for a snack or a dessert.


Kabita Shrestha
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I've made these buns a few times now and they're always a hit. They're so easy to make and they always turn out perfect. I love the way the coconut flavor comes through in the buns. They're the perfect treat for any occasion.


Mubeen Amin
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These buns are so delicious! I love the way the coconut and the sweet dough complement each other. I also really appreciate how easy they are to make. I will definitely be making these again.


Mdahad Ali
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I was a bit skeptical about making these buns because I'm not a big fan of coconut. But I'm so glad I tried them! The coconut flavor is really delicate and it pairs perfectly with the sweet dough. These buns are a must-try for any coconut lover.


Grey via
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I made these buns for my family and they loved them! They said they were the best buns they've ever had. I will definitely be making these again.


flaming reviews
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These buns are the perfect combination of sweet and savory. The coconut flavor is subtle, but it really shines through. I also love the texture of the buns - they're crispy on the outside and fluffy on the inside.


Robert Dipley
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I love how easy these buns are to make. I don't have a lot of experience baking, but I was able to follow the recipe easily and the buns turned out great.


Nafis Khan
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These buns were a hit at my party! They were so soft and fluffy, and the coconut flavor was amazing. I will definitely be making these again.