Description
Indulge in the delightful experience of Homemade Honey Buns, a perfect blend of soft, sweet goodness that outshines any store-bought treat. These buns are a versatile addition to your breakfast or dessert table, featuring a luscious cinnamon sugar filling and a creamy glaze that elevates their flavor. Whether you choose to bake or fry them, these honey buns are sure to impress your family and friends. With easy-to-follow instructions and simple ingredients, you can whip up these comforting treats in no time. Get ready to savor the joy of homemade sweetness!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon instant yeast
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup warm water (105°F-115°F)
- 1/3 cup honey
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup melted shortening
- Vegetable or peanut oil (for frying)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar (for filling)
- 1 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
- 4 2/3 cup powdered sugar (for glaze)
- 2 1/2 tablespoons honey (for glaze)
- 1 tablespoon melted butter (for glaze)
- 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract (for glaze)
- 1/4 teaspoon salt (for glaze)
- Warm water (as needed for glaze)
Instructions
- In a mixing bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, yeast, and salt.
- In another bowl, combine warm water, honey, egg, and vanilla; mix in melted shortening.
- Gradually add wet ingredients to dry ingredients and mix until combined.
- Knead the dough for about 8 minutes until smooth and slightly sticky.
- Let the dough rise in a warm place for 1 to 2 hours until doubled in size.
- Roll out dough into a rectangle, sprinkle with cinnamon-sugar filling, roll tightly and cut into pieces.
- Allow pieces to rise again for about 45 minutes before baking at 375°F for 15-20 minutes or frying until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 honey bun (60g)
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 25mg