Soft and Sweet Skillet Egg-Flour Buns
松软香甜爆好吃！3个鸡蛋+面粉，平底锅一烙就搞定~ · pan chinese cuisine
This recipe was designed to be as accessible as possible: no special equipment and only everyday pantry staples are required. Though called an 'egg pancake,' the result is closer to a milky steamed-bread-style bun, small and cute, loved by both adults and kids. The sugar is intentionally modest, so those who prefer sweeter can add a bit more. There's really no difficulty: mix everything, knead, shape, proof, then cook in a skillet until golden, puffed, and springy.
Fiona AldridgeUK mum of three, sourdough starter named Barry is four years old. I bake through my nan's recipe box and post the wins and the collapsed sponges.Nutrition & allergens
Contains:EggMilkWheat
Some ingredients are not yet allergen-surveyed; this label is not exhaustive.
Per serving (4 servings)
- Energy (kcal)
- 443(Main ingredients only; seasoning not counted)
- Protein (g)
- 14.6(Main ingredients only; seasoning not counted)
- Fat (g)
- 9.5(Main ingredients only; seasoning not counted)
- Carbs (g)
- 73(Main ingredients only; seasoning not counted)
- Sodium (mg)
- Unknown
Estimated from verified ingredient data for the original formula — not lab values, and one dish is not a full meal.
egg鸡蛋
3.0 piece
Yeast powder酵母粉
0.11 oz
0.71 oz
milk牛奶
1.76 oz
12.35 oz
0.71 oz
Techniques you'll use
- Dry-frying (gan bian) ↗
Drive off moisture in a bare wok to concentrate flavor and chew.
Steps
- 1
Step 1
Crack the eggs into a bowl, add the yeast, sugar, and milk, and stir until well combined.
✅ Done when: The mixture is smooth and uniform with the yeast, sugar, and milk fully incorporated.
- 2
Step 2
Add the flour and oil, mix well, and knead into a smooth dough.
✅ Done when: The dough comes together into a smooth, even ball with no dry flour remaining.
- 3
Step 3
Flatten the dough and roll it out into a rectangle.
✅ Done when: The dough holds an even, flat rectangular shape.
- 4
Step 4
Cut the rectangle into long strips, then cut the strips into small pieces.
✅ Done when: The dough is fully cut into evenly sized small pieces.
- 5
Step 530 min
Cover with plastic wrap and let proof until doubled in size, about 30 minutes.
✅ Done when: The pieces have visibly doubled in size.
Preheat a skillet without brushing it with oil, add the pieces, and cover with a lid.
✅ Done when: The skillet is preheated and the pieces are arranged inside with the lid on.
Cook over low heat for about 4 minutes, until both sides are golden and the buns spring back when pressed.
✅ Done when: Both sides are golden brown and the buns spring back when gently pressed.
- 8
Step 8
You'll end up with a full platter — enough for tomorrow's breakfast too, both filling and satisfying. Give it a try!
✅ Done when: The finished buns are all cooked and arranged on a platter, ready to serve.