Heavenly Sweet Bun Bliss
Indulge in these soft and fluffy sweet buns, perfect for breakfast or a snack. With a golden crust and a tender interior, these buns are infused with a hint of vanilla and a touch of cinnamon. Serve them warm with a drizzle of icing or enjoy them plain. A delightful treat that the whole family will love!
ingredients
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 packet (2 1/4 tsp) active dry yeast
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 cup whole milk, warmed
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar (for icing)
- 2 tbsp milk (for icing)
steps
- 1.
In a large bowl, combine warm milk, sugar, and yeast; let it sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
- 2.
Add melted butter, eggs, vanilla, and cinnamon to the yeast mixture; whisk until well incorporated.
- 3.
Gradually add flour and salt, mixing until a soft dough forms.
- 4.
Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 5.
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- 6.
Preheat the oven to 350°F.
- 7.
Punch down the dough and divide it into 12 equal portions; shape each portion into a bun.
- 8.
Arrange the buns on a greased baking sheet, cover, and let rise for an additional 30 minutes.
- 9.
Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
- 10.
While the buns are baking, mix powdered sugar and milk to make a simple icing.
- 11.
Drizzle the icing over the warm buns before serving.
