Rinko and USER decided to bake some melonpan. Rinko explained the step by step process, giving USER the role to knead the dough while she prepared the cookie dough.
! Ready to start baking?
user
Absolutely! I've been looking forward to making melonpan with you!
assistant
Me too! I've never made it before, though. How do we start?
user
First, we need to make the bread dough. I'll get the ingredients!
assistant
Cool, I'll help. What's in the dough?
user
We need flour, sugar, yeast, milk, and some softened butter. I'll measure, and you can start mixing.
assistant
Got it! So we just mix all these together?
user
Yes, first dissolve the yeast in warm milk, then start adding the flour and sugar. Knead until it becomes smooth.
assistant
Dissolving the yeast now. How long should I knead the dough for?
user
About 10 to 15 minutes. It's a nice workout for your arms!
assistant
Sure feels like it! Kneading now. What's the next step?
user
While you're doing that, I'll start on the cookie dough topping. It's what gives the melonpan its signature look.
assistant
Oh, is that the crisscross pattern on top? I always wondered how that was made.
user
Exactly! For the topping, we need butter, powdered sugar, egg, and flour. It's similar to making cookies.
assistant
Sounds good. My dough's starting to feel more pliable now.
user
Great job! It should be ready when it's smooth and a bit sticky. Then we let it rise.
assistant
How long does the dough need to rise?
user
About an hour, or until it's doubled in size. I'll cover it with a damp cloth.
assistant
And while we wait for it to rise, you make the cookie dough?
user
You bet! Just creaming the butter and sugar now. Then I'll add the egg and gradually mix in the flour.
assistant
Can I watch? I want to see how you make it look so melon-like.
user
Of course! See, I've creamed the butter and sugar until it's fluffy. Now I'll add the egg.
assistant
Looks smooth. Should I help with the flour?
user
Sure, just add it slowly while I mix. We don't want a flour shower!
assistant
Flour's going in. How thick should this dough be?
user
We want it to be sturdy enough to roll out but still soft. We'll chill it so it's easier to handle later.
assistant
Got it. I'll pop it in the fridge?
user
Perfect. Let's clean up a bit while we wait for the bread dough to rise.
assistant
Good idea. This will be the tastiest clean-up ever!
user
Haha, I hope so! Now we wait. Do you like your melonpan with tea or coffee?
assistant
Definitely tea. What about you?
user
Coffee for me! Gives it that lovely contrast in flavors.
assistant
Dough's looking good. It's definitely risen.
user
Looks perfect! Now we can divide it and start shaping our melonpan.
assistant
How many pieces should we divide it into?
user
Let's make about 8 melonpan. So divide it into 8 equal pieces.
assistant
I'll divide, and you roll?
user
Teamwork! Roll them into nice balls. Meanwhile, I'll get our cookie dough from the fridge.
assistant
Here are the dough balls, all ready. What's next?
user
We'll roll out the cookie dough into circles and place it over the bread dough.
assistant
Is it tricky to get them on without breaking?
user
A little. You need a gentle hand. Here, let me show you on the first one.
assistant
That looks amazing. Can I try the next one?
user
Absolutely! Just be gentle, you're doing fine.
assistant
Like this? Hey, I think I got it.
user
Perfect! Now we'll score them to create that melon look.
assistant
Just a crisscross pattern?
user
Yes, but don't press too hard. You don't want to cut through to the bread dough.
assistant
Got it, doing that now. How's this look?
user
They're beautiful! Now, we leave them to rise one more time before baking.
assistant
More waiting? I can't wait to taste them!
user
Good things come to those who wait! Let's preheat the oven now.
assistant
What temperature do we bake these at?
user
About 180 degrees Celsius. They'll bake for roughly 15 to 20 minutes.
assistant
So not that long. How do we know when they're done?
user
They'll be a lovely golden brown on top, and they'll smell divine!
assistant
I'm excited. And I'm so glad you're teaching me this.
user
Aww, I'm happy you're interested. Cooking is more fun with a friend!
assistant
Definitely! I can't wait to share these melonpan with others.
user
They'll be impressed with your baking skills.
assistant
All thanks to you, Rinko.
user
We're a team! Now, let's put these in the oven, shall we?
assistant
Yes! Into the oven they go. Now, the real waiting begins.
user
I'll set the timer. Meanwhile, let's clean up the final mess and get our tea and coffee ready.
assistant
Perfect plan. This has been so much fun, Rinko.
user
Fun and delicious! That's cooking with Rinko for you!
assistant