Laura Mariano
Cheesy Dynamite Chicken Buns – Kookmutsjes’ Viral Comfort Food
Soft, fluffy buns stuffed with spicy chicken filling, creamy cheese, and baked to golden perfection—these are the Cheesy Dynamite Chicken Buns that went viral thanks to Kookmutsjes. Combining Middle Eastern and Western flavors, they’re indulgent, comforting, and Instagram-worthy. The recipe is trending because it’s fun to make, customizable, and perfect for family dinners or parties. Each bite delivers a balance of heat, creaminess, and gooey cheese wrapped in pillowy bread. In this guide, you’ll find the step-by-step recipe, pro tips, ingredient variations, serving ideas, and FAQs to help you recreate this viral comfort food at home.
What Are Cheesy Dynamite Chicken Buns?
Cheesy Dynamite Chicken Buns are savory stuffed rolls filled with spicy chicken, mayonnaise, and cheese, then baked until golden. Popularized by Kookmutsjes, they blend Middle Eastern-inspired fillings with Western-style cheesy comfort food. Loved for their soft bread, creamy filling, and gooey topping, they’re versatile enough to serve as a snack, appetizer, or main dish. Common accompaniments include fresh salad, fries, or dipping sauces like garlic mayo or chili ketchup.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
These buns strike the perfect balance of spicy, creamy, and cheesy. They’re family-friendly, party-ready, and fun to customize with different meats, cheeses, or sauces. Great for meal prep, they can be made ahead and reheated without losing flavor.
Pro Tip: Brush buns with egg wash before baking for a glossy, bakery-style finish.
Ingredients Breakdown
Dough: Flour, yeast, sugar, salt, milk, and butter create soft, fluffy bread. Filling: Chicken breast, mayonnaise, chili sauce, garlic, and onion for savory heat. Cheese: Mozzarella or cheddar for gooey indulgence. Topping: Grated cheese, parsley, and sesame seeds for flavor and crunch.
Pro Tip: Use bread flour for extra fluffy buns.
Best Ingredient Variations
- Chicken → turkey or tuna.
- Cheese → Gouda, provolone, or cream cheese.
- Sauce → sriracha, peri-peri, or BBQ.
- Herbs → cilantro, chives, or oregano.
Equipment Needed
- Mixing bowls
- Stand mixer (optional)
- Baking tray
- Oven
- Pastry brush
How Flavors Build Together
Chicken provides a savory protein base, chili sauce adds a spicy kick, mayonnaise balances with creaminess, cheese melts into gooey indulgence, and the bread delivers a soft, fluffy carrier. Together, they create layers of flavor and texture that make these buns irresistible.
Important Tip: Chill the filling before stuffing buns—it makes shaping easier and prevents leaks.
Easy Cheesy Dynamite Chicken Buns Recipe | Spicy & Gooey Kookmutsjes-Inspired Snack
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- stand mixer (optional)
- Baking tray
- Oven
- Pastry brush
Ingredients
Dough:
- 3 cups bread flour
- 2 tsp yeast
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup warm milk
- 3 tbsp butter, softened
Filling:
- 2 cups cooked chicken breast, shredded
- ½ cup mayonnaise
- 2 tbsp chili sauce (adjust to taste)
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- ½ onion, finely chopped
Cheese & Topping:
- 1 cup mozzarella or cheddar, shredded
- ½ cup grated cheese for topping
- 2 tbsp parsley, chopped
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
Instructions
- Prepare Dough Mix flour, yeast, sugar, and salt. Add warm milk and butter. Knead until smooth. Let rise 1 hour until doubled.
- Make Filling Combine shredded chicken, mayo, chili sauce, garlic, and onion. Chill for 20 minutes to firm.
- Shape Buns Divide dough into 12 portions. Flatten, add filling and cheese, then seal. Place on baking tray.
- Bake Brush with egg wash, sprinkle cheese, parsley, and sesame seeds. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 18–20 minutes until golden.
Notes
- Use bread flour: Extra fluffy texture.
- Chill filling: Easier to shape buns.
- Brush with egg wash: Glossy bakery-style finish.
- Variations: Try turkey, tuna, or Gouda cheese.
- Storage: Airtight container up to 3 days; reheat in oven for best texture.
