Description
Soft, warm honey buns with a hint of cinnamon that bring bakery comfort right to your kitchen.
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 packet (2 1/4 tsp) active dry yeast
- 1/2 cup whole milk
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
- 1 large egg
- 1/4 cup honey
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
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Instructions
- 1. In a small saucepan, heat the milk and butter until warm (not hot). Remove from heat, sprinkle the yeast over the mixture, and let it sit for about 5 minutes until frothy.
- 2. In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, cinnamon, and salt.
- 3. Add the yeast mixture, egg, honey, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix until a dough forms.
- 4. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5–7 minutes until smooth.
- 5. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
- 6. Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- 7. Roll out the dough and cut it into desired shapes. Place on a greased baking sheet.
- 8. Let rise for another 30 minutes.
- 9. Bake for 15–20 minutes or until golden brown.
- 10. Optional: Drizzle with a honey glaze before serving.