Description
These homemade honey buns are soft, fluffy, and perfectly sweetened with a delicate honey glaze. Made from scratch with a simple yeast dough, they are fried to a golden brown and topped with a luscious glaze, making them an irresistible treat for breakfast or dessert.
Ingredients
Scale
Dough Ingredients
- 2¼ cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup sugar
- ½ tsp salt
- â…” cup whole milk
- 1 packet instant yeast (about 2¼ tsp)
- â…“ cup butter, melted and cooled
- 1 large egg
- 2 tsp vanilla extract
Frying
- 2-2½ cups vegetable oil (for frying)
Glaze Ingredients
- 3 tbsp butter, melted
- 1¼ cup powdered sugar, sifted
- 2 tbsp milk
- 2 tsp honey
- ½ tsp vanilla extract
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: In a large bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, sugar, salt, and instant yeast. In a separate bowl, whisk together the whole milk, melted and cooled butter, egg, and vanilla extract. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until a soft dough forms.
- Knead and Let Rise: Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead for about 5 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for approximately 90 minutes or until it has doubled in size.
- Shape the Buns: Punch down the risen dough and roll it into a rectangle about ½ inch thick. Brush the surface with melted butter and sprinkle with cinnamon (amount not specified but typically about 1-2 tsp). Roll the dough tightly into a log and cut into 14 equal pieces.
- Fry the Buns: Heat vegetable oil in a frying pan over medium heat to about 350°F (175°C). Carefully fry each bun piece until golden brown on both sides, roughly 2-3 minutes per side. Remove from the oil and drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.
- Make the Glaze and Serve: In a small bowl, mix the sifted powdered sugar, milk, honey, and vanilla extract until smooth. Drizzle this honey glaze over the warm buns and serve immediately for the best flavor and texture.
Notes
- Ensure the oil temperature is maintained around 350°F to avoid greasy buns or burning.
- Kneading the dough sufficiently is key to achieving a soft and fluffy texture.
- You can store leftover buns in an airtight container and reheat gently before serving.
- For a cinnamon sprinkle, about 1-2 teaspoons added before rolling enhances flavor.
- These buns are best enjoyed fresh but can be frozen before frying for later use.
