Description
These sweet, soft treats will be a hit with the whole family, and the process of making them buns is just as enjoyable as eating them.
Ingredients
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Dough
- 1 cup (240 ml) warm whole milk
- 2 1/4 tsp active dry yeast
- 1/3 cup (110 g) honey
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 1/3 cup (75 g) unsalted butter, melted
- 4 1/2 cups (565 g) all-purpose flour
- 1 tsp salt
Filling
- 1/2 cup (110 g) brown sugar
- 1/2 cup (170 g) honey
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/3 cup (75 g) unsalted butter, melted
Glaze
- 1 cup (120 g) powdered sugar
- 3 tbsp (65 g) honey
- 1 tbsp (15 ml) water (as needed)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the warm milk, yeast and honey. Let sit for 5 minutes until the mixture becomes frothy.
- Add in the eggs and melted butter, and mix well.
- In a separate bowl, combine the flour and salt. Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients and knead until the dough becomes smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a towel and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Grease a 9×13 inch baking pan.
- In a small bowl, combine the brown sugar, honey, and cinnamon.
- Roll the dough out into a large rectangle, about 1/4 inch thick. Brush the melted butter over the dough and sprinkle the sugar mixture on top.
- Roll the dough tightly, starting from the long side, and cut into 12 equal slices.
- Place the buns in the prepared baking pan and let them rise for another 20 minutes.
- Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.
- In a small bowl, mix together the powdered sugar, honey, and water to make the glaze. Drizzle the glaze over the warm buns.
- Serve warm and enjoy with a cup of coffee or tea.
Notes
- Note: These buns are best served warm and fresh, but they can also be stored in an airtight container for 2-3 days.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Baking, Bread, buns, rolls
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bun
- Calories: 340