Cheese and Seed Buns (Air Fryer Recipe)
- 1 cup of heated water (110 degrees Fahrenheit or 45 degrees Celsius)
- Active dry yeast, two and a quarter tablespoons
- Two tablespoons of sugar
- flour for all purposes, three cups
- One milligramme of salt
- Olive oil, two tablespoons’ worth
- a single egg, beaten (for the egg wash)
- cheese, either mozzarella or cheddar, shredded to a half cup volume
- Sesame seeds, two tablespoons’ worth
- An optional amount of two tablespoons of black sesame seeds
- 2 tablespoons of onion that has been coarsely minced (optional).
Details to follow:
- In order to activate the yeast, it is necessary to combine yeast, sugar, and warm water in a big mixing basin. After giving it a gentle stir, let it sit for around five to ten minutes until it gets foamy.
- In order to make the dough, combine the yeast mixture with the flour, salt, and olive oil respectively. To make a dough, continue to mix. Knead the dough for approximately five to seven minutes on a surface that has been lightly dusted with flour, until it becomes smooth and elastic. Also, you may use a stand mixer that has a dough hook attachment attached to it. The dough should be placed in a basin that has been greased, covered with a clean dish towel, and let to rise in a warm area for around one hour, or until it has significantly increased in size.
- To form the buns, first punch down the dough and then divide it into six to eight equal pieces. Form each of the pieces into a circular bun, and then set them on a baking sheet or tray that has been lined with parchment paper.
- Begin by preheating your air fryer to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius) for approximately five minutes. With the egg that has been beaten, brush the top of each bun to give it a wonderful golden colour. On the top of each bun, sprinkle some shredded cheese, some black sesame seeds, some sesame seeds, and chopped onions, if you desire to use them.
- Cook the Buns in the Air Fryer: Place the buns in the basket of the air fryer with care, making sure to leave some space between them so that they can expand. In order to complete this task, you might need to perform it in batches, depending on the size of your air fryer. The buns should be air-fried at 350 degrees Fahrenheit (175 degrees Celsius) for ten to twelve minutes, or until they are golden brown and cooked all the way through.
- The buns should be removed from the air fryer and let to cool on a wire rack before being taken out to serve. For a warm accompaniment to your preferred spread or as a side dish for soups and salads, serve.