Description

Indulge in the warm, soft, and sweet delight of Homemade Honey Buns, a treat that rivals your favorite store-bought version! Whether baked or fried, these honey buns boast a melt-in-your-mouth texture enhanced with a sticky cinnamon sugar filling and topped with a creamy homemade glaze. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dessert, this easy-to-follow recipe allows even beginner bakers to create these delightful pastries. Customize them by adding nuts or dried fruits for an extra twist. Experience the joy of freshly made honey buns today!

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 (105°F-115°F)
1/3 cup honey
1 large egg
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1/4 cup melted shortening
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 for glaze)
Vegetable or peanut oil (for frying, if applicable)

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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 extract.
Mix the melted shortening into the wet ingredients until well blended.
Combine wet and dry ingredients using a stand mixer on low speed; knead on medium speed for about 8 minutes until the dough is sticky yet workable.
Shape the dough into a ball and place it in an oiled bowl. Cover and let rise for 1 to 2 hours until nearly doubled in size.
Roll out the dough on a floured surface to form a rectangle. Dust with cinnamon-sugar filling before rolling it up tightly.
Cut into pieces and let rise again for about 45 minutes on a parchment-lined baking sheet before baking or frying.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Category: Dessert
Method: Baking/Frying
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 honey bun (60g)
Calories: 210
Sugar: 10g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 6g
Saturated Fat: 2g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 36g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 15mg