Buns
These delightful buns are warm, soft, and perfect for sharing with family and friends. Easy to make, they’re sure to become a staple in your kitchen!
Ingredients
For the Dough
- 4 cups 4 cups of flour Base ingredient for structure.
- 1.25 cups 1 1/4 cup lukewarm water Activates yeast for a nice rise.
- 2 tablespoons 2 tablespoons sugar Adds sweetness and activates yeast.
- 1 tablespoon 1 tablespoon salt Enhances flavors.
- 2 tablespoons 2 tablespoons vegetable oil Softens the buns.
- 1 sachet 1 sachet quick yeast (instant): 8 gr Saves time for rising.
Instructions
Mixing the Dough
- Combine all the ingredients in a large bowl; mix until forming a sticky dough.
Kneading
- Knead the dough for 5-7 minutes using a mixer or 10 minutes by hand until smooth and elastic.
First Rise
- Place the kneaded dough in a greased bowl, cover with a kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Shaping the Buns
- Punch down the risen dough gently, turn it onto a floured surface, cut into 12 equal pieces, and shape them into balls.
Second Rise
- Place the shaped dough balls on a lined baking tray, cover with a towel, and let them rise for another hour.
Preheat the Oven
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
Baking
- Bake the buns for about 14 minutes, checking after 12 minutes to ensure they don’t over-bake.
Cooling
- Remove the buns from the oven and let cool on a wire rack or a tray for a few minutes.
Enjoy
- Serve warm, or toast the next day with butter.
Notes
Try adding garlic powder or poppy seeds to the dough for extra flavor. Brushing melted butter on top after baking enhances taste and shine.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 5gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 0.5gSodium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 2g
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