Description

Indulge in the comforting delight of these Homemade Honey Buns, a perfect treat for breakfast or dessert. With their soft and fluffy texture, these buns are filled with a sweet cinnamon sugar mixture and drizzled with a creamy homemade glaze. Whether you choose to bake or fry them, they promise to be a crowd-pleaser at family brunches or cozy evenings at home. Easy to make and customizable, you can add your favorite spices or toppings for a unique twist. Enjoy the nostalgia of freshly baked goods right in your own kitchen!

Ingredients

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3 cups all-purpose flour
3 tablespoons granulated sugar
1 tablespoon instant yeast
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup warm water (between 105°F-115°F)
1/3 cup honey
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 cup shortening (melted)
1/4 cup granulated sugar (for filling)
1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon
4 2/3 cups 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)

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Instructions

In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, yeast, and salt.
In another bowl, combine warm water, honey, egg, and vanilla; stir in melted shortening.
Use a stand mixer with a dough hook to combine wet and dry ingredients until sticky.
Shape dough into a ball and let rise in an oiled bowl for 1 to 2 hours until doubled.
Prepare the cinnamon sugar filling while the dough rises.
Roll out risen dough into a rectangle, sprinkle with cinnamon sugar mixture, roll tightly.
Cut into pieces and let rise again for about 45 minutes until puffy.
Bake at 375°F for about 15 minutes or fry until golden brown.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: Approximately 15 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking or Frying
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 honey bun (75g)
Calories: 210
Sugar: 12g
Sodium: 130mg
Fat: 5g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 36g
Fiber: <1g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 30mg