Caramelized Peach Cheesecake Buns

Name: Caramelized Peach Cheesecake Buns
Total time: 2 h
Ingredients: 1 cup warm whole milk; 7 g (1 packet) active dry yeast; 2 tsp honey (or sugar); 1 tbsp olive, avocado, or vegetable oil; 1 large egg; ½ tsp salt; 3–3½ cups all-purpose flour; 8 oz cream cheese, softened; 2–3 tbsp powdered sugar; Optional: a few spoonfuls of mascarpone cheese; 3–4 peaches, sliced; 1 tbsp butter; 2 tbsp light brown sugar; ½ cup all-purpose flour; ¼ cup light brown sugar; ¼ cup cold butter

Fluffy buns with cheesecake filling, buttery caramelized peaches, and streusel.

Serves

10–12 buns

Time

2 hr

Soft, fluffy homemade buns filled with creamy cheesecake filling, buttery caramelized peaches, and topped with a sweet crunchy streusel. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon coffee treat.

Instructions

Dough

1
Combine warm milk, yeast, honey, and oil in a large bowl. Let sit 5–10 minutes until foamy.
2
Add egg and salt, then gradually add flour until a soft dough forms.
3
Knead until smooth and elastic, about 8–10 minutes (by hand or stand mixer).
4
Place in a lightly greased bowl, cover, and let rise until doubled.

Fillings

1
Beat cream cheese and powdered sugar until smooth and creamy. Mix in mascarpone if using.
2
Melt butter in a skillet over medium heat. Stir in brown sugar until dissolved.
3
Add peach slices and cook a few minutes per side until softened and lightly caramelized. Cool slightly.
4
For the streusel: combine flour and brown sugar, cut in cold butter until crumbly, and refrigerate until needed.

Assemble & Bake

1
Divide dough into 10–12 portions and shape each into a smooth ball on a parchment-lined sheet.
2
Cover and let rise 20–30 minutes.
3
Press a deep well into the center of each bun using a glass, measuring cup, or large spoon. Press again if the dough puffs back.
4
Fill each well with the cream cheese mixture, top with caramelized peaches, and sprinkle generously with streusel.
5
Optional: brush the dough edges with egg wash for a shinier finish.
6
Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 18–22 minutes, until golden brown. Cool slightly before serving.

Toti’s Tips

✓Let the dough rise until doubled — 30 minutes to 1 hour depending on the warmth of your kitchen.
✓Warm oven trick: warm oven briefly, turn OFF, place dough inside to rise faster (don't let it actually bake!).
✓If the dough puffs back up, press the center again before filling.
✓Let peaches cool slightly before placing on the filling.
✓Egg wash gives a bakery-style shine.
✓Best slightly warm or at room temperature.