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Panipopo (Samoan coconut buns)

Soft sweet rolls baked in a sticky, sweet coconut sauce.

Time
150min
Steps
5
Panipopo (Samoan coconut buns), photographed from above

Ingredients

12 servings

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Allergens

Contains milk, egg and wheat.

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    Method

    1. 1

      Make a soft dough, knead 8 minutes and rise 1 hour.

    2. 2

      Shape 12 rolls and place in a greased 23 x 33 cm (9 x 13 in) pan; rise 45 minutes.

    3. 3

      Warm coconut milk and sugar until dissolved.

    4. 4

      Pour most of the sauce over the rolls.

    5. 5

      Bake at 180°C (350°F) for 25–30 minutes; spoon over the remaining sauce and serve warm.

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