Description
Indulge in the delightful warmth of our Homemade Honey Bun Recipe (Baked or Fried). These sweet, golden treats are perfect for breakfast, dessert, or a cozy snack with coffee. With their melt-in-your-mouth texture and rich cinnamon sugar filling topped with a creamy glaze, each bite promises to transport you to a world of comfort. Whether you prefer them baked for a fluffy finish or fried for that extra crispy edge, these honey buns are easy to customize with your favorite flavors. Treat your family to this irresistible recipe that’s sure to become a cherished favorite!
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
- 1/3 cup honey
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup melted shortening
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, yeast, and salt.
- In another bowl, mix warm water, honey, egg, and vanilla extract. Add melted shortening and combine.
- Slowly add wet ingredients to dry ingredients using a stand mixer on low speed until combined.
- Increase speed to medium and knead for about 8 minutes until the dough is slightly sticky.
- Place in an oiled bowl and cover; let rise in a warm area for 1 to 2 hours until doubled.
- Roll out dough into an 8” x 12” rectangle and sprinkle with a cinnamon-sugar mixture.
- Roll tightly, cut into pieces, and place on parchment-lined sheets. Let them rise again before baking or frying.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Breakfast/Dessert
- Method: Baking/Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 honey bun (70g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 5g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 25mg