Ingredients:

  • 30g bread flour
  • 120ml whole milk
  • 450g bread flour
  • 7g instant yeast
  • 6g fine sea salt
  • 120ml warm whole milk
  • 80g plain Greek yogurt
  • 60g honey
  • 1 large egg
  • 42g unsalted butter, softened
  • 14g melted butter
  • 1g flaky sea salt

Instructions:

  1. Prepare the Tangzhong: In a small saucepan over medium heat, whisk 30g bread flour and 120ml milk continuously until it thickens into a translucent paste. Remove from heat and cool for 5 minutes.
  2. In a stand mixer bowl, combine 120ml warm milk, honey, and instant yeast. Let sit for 2 minutes until slightly foamy.
  3. Add the Greek yogurt, egg, cooled Tangzhong paste, and half of the bread flour. Mix on low with a dough hook until a shaggy paste forms.
  4. Add the remaining bread flour and fine sea salt. Knead on medium-low speed for 5 minutes. Gradually add the 42g of softened butter, one tablespoon at a time, until fully incorporated and the dough is smooth and elastic.
  5. Transfer dough to a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for about 90 minutes or until doubled in size.
  6. Punch down the dough and divide into 15 equal portions (approx 65-70g each). Shape into smooth balls and place in a greased 9x13 inch baking pan.
  7. Cover and let rise for a second time (approx 30-45 minutes) until puffy. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
  8. Bake for 18 minutes or until the tops are golden brown. Immediately brush with 14g melted butter and sprinkle with flaky sea salt.