Best 5 Best Bun Recipes

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The pursuit of the ultimate bun is a culinary quest that has captivated taste buds and imaginations for centuries. From humble beginnings as a simple bread roll to the centerpiece of elaborate sandwiches and burgers, the bun has evolved into an art form, a canvas upon which flavors and textures dance in perfect harmony. Whether you prefer it soft and pillowy, golden and crusty, or somewhere in between, the perfect bun has the power to elevate any meal to new heights of deliciousness. As you embark on this culinary journey, let us guide you through the world of bun-making, sharing tips, tricks, and secrets to help you craft the best bun you have ever tasted.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

HOMEMADE BUNS



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I attend a mom's group at my church and one Tuesday morning our "craft" was making buns. The experienced bun makers of the previous generation taught all of us young moms the craft of bun making. Now I am proud of my bun making and I am glad that I had a chance to acquire this new skill. (Thank you Mavis!) Prep time does not include rising time. Sometimes I will make a big batch of this recipe and then make breadsticks, hoagie rolls, small buns for kid's lunches, and even a batch of cinnamon rolls but adding cinnamon and sugar and rolling up the dough. All of these can be tucked into the freezer until you need them.

Provided by Pamela

Categories     Yeast Breads

Time 25m

Yield 60 buns

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 tablespoons yeast
2 tablespoons sugar
1 cup water
1/4 cup sugar
1 1/2 tablespoons salt
4 cups water
1 cup oil
1 1/2 teaspoons vinegar
13 -15 cups flour (white, whole wheat or a mix of each)
1/2 cup wheat germ (optional)

Steps:

  • Mix Yeast items and let stand in a large bowl (I like my tupperware thatsa bowl!).
  • Knead out until dough is soft and does not stick to your hands.
  • Cover and let rise 45 minutes.
  • Punch down and let rise 30 minutes.
  • Shape into buns and let rise for 2 hours.
  • Bake at 375 for 15-17 minutes or until golden brown.

TASTY BUNS



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Excellent yeast buns that can be used for hamburgers or just plain dinner rolls. They don't take long to make and have never failed for me!

Provided by Charlene Kaunert

Categories     Bread     Yeast Bread Recipes     Rolls and Buns

Time 1h20m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 7

5 cups all-purpose flour
2 (.25 ounce) packages dry yeast
1 cup milk
¾ cup water
½ cup vegetable oil
¼ cup white sugar
1 teaspoon salt

Steps:

  • Stir together 2 cups flour and the yeast. In a separate bowl, heat milk, water, oil, sugar and salt to lukewarm in microwave. Add all at once to the flour mixture, and beat until smooth, about 3 minutes.
  • Mix in enough flour to make a soft dough, 2 to 3 cups. Mix well. Dust a flat surface with flour, turn dough out onto floured surface, and let rest under bowl for about 10 minutes.
  • Shape dough into 12 slightly flat balls, and place on greased baking sheet to rise until doubled in size.
  • Bake in a preheated 400 degrees F (200 degrees C) oven for 12 to 15 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 300.4 calories, Carbohydrate 45.3 g, Cholesterol 1.6 mg, Fat 10.1 g, Fiber 1.7 g, Protein 6.5 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 204.2 mg, Sugar 5.3 g

MOM'S BEST HOT CROSS BUNS



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I found the handwritten copy of this recipe tucked inside one of my mother's old cookbooks. As a young girl, I used to help her make these buns.

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h

Yield 1 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast
1 tablespoon plus 1/2 cup sugar, divided
1 cup warm milk (110° to 115°)
1/4 cup butter, softened
1/4 cup raisins
1 egg
1/4 teaspoon salt
3-1/2 to 3-3/4 cups all-purpose flour
ICING:
2/3 cup confectioners' sugar
1 teaspoon butter, softened
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 to 3 teaspoons milk

Steps:

  • In a large bowl, dissolve yeast and 1 tablespoon sugar in milk. Let stand for 5 minutes. Add the butter, raisins, egg, salt and remaining sugar; beat until smooth. Stir in enough flour to form a soft dough., Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease the top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour., Punch dough down. Turn onto a lightly floured surface; divide into 12 portions. Shape each into a ball. Place in a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking pan. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 45 minutes. , Bake at 375° for 25-30 minutes or until browned. Remove from the pan to a wire rack to cool., For icing, combine the confectioners' sugar, butter, vanilla and enough milk to achieve a piping consistency. Pipe an "X" on top of each bun.

Nutrition Facts :

BEST BREAD MACHINE BUNS



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This recipe is easy and foolproof. It makes a soft and tasty bun with a slightly flaky crust. This is a combination of several recipes I've tried, but I've changed it to suit our tastes.

Provided by Fofi4667

Categories     Yeast Breads

Time 2h15m

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 1/4 cups milk
1/4 cup white sugar
1 tablespoon fast rising yeast or 1 tablespoon bread machine yeast
1/4-1/3 cup olive oil
3 3/4 cups bread flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 egg, lightly beaten

Steps:

  • Place the ingredients in bread machine pan in the following order: milk, oil, sugar, salt, beaten egg, and flour.
  • Make a little well in the flour and add the yeast to flour.
  • For rolls, select Dough Setting and press start.
  • Shape dough into rolls when cycle is completed (my dough cycle is 2 hrs) and place dough rounds unto a lightly floured cookie sheet about 1 inch apart.
  • Cover and let rise for about 45 minutes in warm draft free area (I let mine rise in a slightly warmed oven with the light bulb on).
  • When Dough has doubled in size, uncover and bake@ 350 degrees for 15 to 17 minutes or until golden brown.
  • Cool on cooling rack for 20 minutes, and once cooled it can be stored in plastic bag.
  • for up to 1 week.
  • ********IF USING A KITCHEN AID STAND MIXER USE THE FOLLOWING STEPS:.
  • Dissolve 1 tblsp. sugar and the yeast in 1/4 cup warm water.
  • Scald 1 cup milk.
  • In large mixing bowl combine sugar, oil, salt and milk. Cool to luke warm.
  • Stir in eggs and yeast.
  • Gradually add enough flour to form a semi-stiff dough, beating well after each addition.
  • Once dough comes together in ball, take out dough and knead on a flat surface for about 5 to 10 minutes. The dough is ready when it feels soft like your earlobe.
  • Let rest for 5 minutes, and cover and let rise in a covered bowl (saran wrap) for 1 hours or until doubled in size.
  • After first rise, punch down dough and knead for an additional 2-5 minutes.
  • Form into desired shape and let rise again for 45 minutes to 1 hours.
  • When Dough has doubled in size, uncover and bake@ 350 degrees for 15 to 17 minutes or until golden brown.

THE ULTIMATE DINNER ROLLS RECIPE BY TASTY



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Sometimes, the best part of a home-cooked dinner is the simplest part. That's right, we're talking about rolls: buttery and flaky, they capture all things right about freshly-baked bread. Sure, bread baking can seem scary at first, but fear not: with our easy guide, you'll be making some of the best dinner rolls around. Pair 'em with any meal and you've got yourself a winner.

Provided by Pierce Abernathy

Categories     Appetizers

Yield 16 servings

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup whole milk
½ cup warm water
¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
¼ cup sugar
2 ¼ teaspoons active dry yeast, 1 packet
4 cups all-purpose flour, plus more for dusting
1 ½ teaspoons kosher salt
2 large eggs, room temperature
neutral oil, for greasing
sea salt, for sprinkling

Steps:

  • In a liquid measuring cup or small bowl, combine the warm milk, warm water, melted butter, and sugar.
  • Sprinkle the yeast evenly over the wet ingredients, stir to combine, and let stand for 5 minutes, until foamy
  • In a large bowl, combine the flour and salt, and stir to combine. Beat 1 egg, then add to the bloomed yeast mixture. Pour the wet ingredients into the flour and use a knife to stir until the mixture just comes together and forms a dough. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 5-10 minutes, or until the dough becomes smooth. Add more flour as needed to keep the dough from sticking. To test if it's done, tear off a small piece of dough and stretch into a thin layer. If the dough doesn't rip, it's ready. Or, press a finger into the dough to see if it bounces back.
  • Lightly grease a large glass bowl with oil. Add the dough, cover with plastic wrap, and let rest for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
  • Punch down the dough, then turn out onto a floured surface. Knead for a few more minutes, just until the dough is smooth, about 2 minutes.
  • Divide the dough into 16 equal balls, roughly the size of tangerines.
  • Knead the balls, gathering the edges of the dough toward the center to make a taut, round ball with a smooth top.
  • Place the rolls on a parchment paper-lined baking sheet. Cover with plastic wrap and let rise for 30 minutes.
  • Preheat the oven to 375˚F (190˚C).
  • Beat the remaining egg in a small bowl. Uncover the rolls and brush with the egg wash. Lightly sprinkle the rolls with sea salt.
  • Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until the rolls have lightly browned and doubled in size.
  • Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 196 calories, Carbohydrate 29 grams, Fat 5 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 5 grams, Sugar 3 grams

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients for the best flavor and texture.
  • Follow the recipe carefully, but don't be afraid to experiment with different ingredients or techniques.
  • Make sure to knead the dough well for a light and fluffy bun.
  • Let the dough rise in a warm place until it has doubled in size.
  • Bake the buns in a preheated oven until they are golden brown.
  • Serve the buns fresh from the oven, or store them in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.

Conclusion:

With so many delicious bun recipes to choose from, you're sure to find one that you'll love. Whether you're looking for a classic dinner roll, a soft and fluffy hamburger bun, or a sweet and cinnamony cinnamon roll, there's a recipe here for everyone. So get baking and enjoy the delicious taste of homemade buns!

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