Spiced Sweet Buns for Every Occasion
Experience the warm embrace of freshly baked spice buns, blending the rich flavors of cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla. These soft, fluffy treats feature a tender crumb elevated by a unique combination of bread and all-purpose flour, ensuring a delightful texture. Perfect for breakfast or a cozy afternoon snack, these buns will fill your kitchen with an irresistible aroma.
ingredients
- 2 cups bread flour
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup butter, melted
- 1/4 cup shortening
- 1/4 cup vegetable oil
- 1 packet (2 1/4 tsp) active dry yeast
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp nutmeg
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 cup warm water (110°F)
- Optional: icing for drizzling
steps
- 1.
In a small bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water and let sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
- 2.
In a large mixing bowl, combine bread flour, all-purpose flour, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
- 3.
Add melted butter, shortening, vegetable oil, and vanilla extract to the flour mixture.
- 4.
Pour in the yeast mixture and stir until a dough forms.
- 5.
Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- 6.
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a cloth, and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
- 7.
Preheat your oven to 350°F.
- 8.
Punch down the risen dough, then shape it into 12 equal-sized buns.
- 9.
Place the buns on a greased baking sheet, cover again, and let rise for another 30 minutes.
- 10.
Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
- 11.
Let cool slightly, then drizzle with icing if desired.
