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Homemade Melon Pan (Japanese Sweet Bread with Cookie Crust)
Melon pan is a classic Japanese sweet bun with a soft milk‑bread interior and a crisp, cookie‑like topping that cracks open during baking. This recipe follows Rie’s method from her cookbook “Make It Japanese,” producing four small buns and one larger bun – perfect for a snack or a fun anime‑inspired treat.
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Critical Success Points
- • Proofing the yeast mixture until foamy
- • Incorporating butter into the dough without over‑kneading
- • Chilling the cookie dough sheet to a firm consistency
- • Scoring the cookie crust shallowly to create the signature crackle
- • Proper second proof to achieve a puffy yet not over‑expanded bun
Safety Warnings
- • Milk heated to ~115°F can cause burns – handle with care.
- • Use oven mitts when handling hot trays.
- • Knife used for scoring is sharp – keep fingers clear.
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