Ingredients
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- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tbsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup whole milk
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 2 tsp cinnamon
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
- 2 tbsp honey (for filling and glaze)
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a baking dish.
- In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Create a well in the center and add melted butter.
- Add milk and eggs; mix gently until just combined.
- Knead dough on a floured surface for about 5 minutes until smooth.
- Roll out dough into a rectangle, sprinkle with cinnamon, and drizzle with honey. Roll tightly into a log.
- Cut the log into equal pieces (about 12). Place in the greased dish and let rise for 30 minutes.
- Bake for 20–25 minutes until golden brown.
- For the glaze, whisk powdered sugar with milk until smooth and drizzle over warm buns before serving.
Notes
- Use fresh ingredients for optimal flavor.
- Experiment with adding nuts or raisins to the filling for added texture.
- Let buns cool before slicing for better shape retention.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 honey bun (75g)
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg