Description
Indulge in the warm, gooey goodness of homemade honey buns that are irresistibly soft and sweet. Perfectly baked to golden brown perfection and drizzled with a luscious honey glaze, these delightful treats are a wonderful addition to any breakfast table or a cozy afternoon snack. With just a handful of pantry staples, you can easily whip up these fluffy buns that are sure to please family and friends. Customizable with your favorite nuts or dried fruits, this recipe invites creativity while guaranteeing delicious results. Gather your ingredients, follow these simple steps, and treat yourself to fresh-baked honey buns that melt in your mouth.
Ingredients
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- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
- 1 1/2 cups warm water (110°F/43°C)
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1/3 cup honey
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine warm water with sugar and sprinkle yeast on top; let it sit for five minutes until foamy.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour and salt; create a well in the center.
- Add milk, softened butter, honey, and the activated yeast mixture into the well; mix until a dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for about eight minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it, and let it rise in a warm area until doubled in size (about one hour).
- Punch down the risen dough and shape it into small balls; place them in a greased baking dish close together. Cover again and let rise until doubled (about another thirty minutes).
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake for approximately twenty-five minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bun (70g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 15mg