Best 4 Butterfly Buns Recipes

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Butterfly buns, also known as butterfly pastries or butterfly sweet buns, are delectable treats that combine a flaky, buttery crust with a sweet, creamy filling. These charming pastries, often associated with Scandinavian cuisine, are characterized by their distinctive butterfly shape, which enhances their visual appeal and adds a touch of whimsy to any occasion. Whether you are a seasoned baker or a novice in the kitchen, embarking on a culinary adventure to create these delightful pastries can be a rewarding experience. This detailed guide will provide you with the necessary steps, tips, and ingredient recommendations to craft perfect butterfly buns that will tantalize your taste buds and impress your loved ones.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

BUTTERFLY BUNS



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Easy to make vanilla butterfly buns.

Provided by bakingchef15

Time 35m

Yield Makes Cakes

Number Of Ingredients 5

4oz softened butter
4oz caster sugar
2 standard eggs
4oz self raising flour
1 tsp vanilla essence

Steps:

  • Pre-heat oven to 190c.
  • Using a bun tray put bun cases in it.
  • Cream butter and sugar together.
  • Beat in a whole egg, one at a time, adding a tbsp of flour with each.
  • Fold in remaining flour with metal or wooden spoon.
  • Transfer to bun cases.
  • Bake in oven for 24min
  • Then cool

BUTTERFLY CAKES



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Treat family and friends to pretty butterfly cupcakes. Ours easy buns are topped with a light vanilla buttercream, jam and sprinkles, but you can decorate any way you like

Provided by Liberty Mendez

Categories     Afternoon tea, Dessert, Treat

Time 30m

Yield Makes 10

Number Of Ingredients 12

110g butter , softened
110g caster sugar
2 eggs
1 tsp vanilla extract
110g self-raising flour
½ tsp baking powder
1 tbsp milk , plus 2 tbsp if needed, to loosen the buttercream
strawberry jam (optional)
sprinkles (optional)
300g icing sugar
150g butter , softened
2 tsp vanilla paste

Steps:

  • Heat the oven to 180C/160C fan/gas 4. Line a cupcake tin with 10 cases. To make the sponge, tip the butter, sugar, eggs, vanilla, flour, baking powder and milk into a large mixing bowl and beat with either a hand whisk or electric mixer until smooth, pale and combined. Divide the batter between the cases and bake for 15 mins until golden brown and a skewer inserted in the middle of a cake comes out clean. Leave on a wire rack to cool.
  • While the cakes are cooling, make the buttercream by beating together the icing sugar, butter and vanilla until pale and fluffy. Mix in the extra milk if the icing feels too stiff.
  • Once the cakes are cool, use a sharp knife to slice off the tops, then cut the tops in half. Pipe or spread the buttercream on top of the cakes, then gently push two semi-circular halves into the buttercream on each cake, doing this at an angle to look like butterfly wings. You can serve the cupcakes at this stage, or decorate them with a little blob of jam in the centre and a scattering of sprinkles, if you like.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 419 calories, Fat 23 grams fat, SaturatedFat 14 grams saturated fat, Carbohydrate 50 grams carbohydrates, Sugar 42 grams sugar, Protein 3 grams protein, Sodium 0.7 milligram of sodium

BUTTERFLY BUNS



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Small buns that resemble butterflies. All kids love them

Provided by Pet

Categories     Muffins

Time 40m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup self-rising flour
¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 tablespoon hot water
¼ cup margarine
¼ cup white sugar
1 egg
¼ cup margarine
1 ½ cups confectioners' sugar
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
2 tablespoons cherry jam

Steps:

  • Preheat oven 350 F (175 degrees C). Line a 12-cup-muffin-pan with paper baking cups.
  • Cream 1/4 cup butter or margarine and white sugar together until pale yellow and fluffy. Gradually add small amounts of beaten egg, beating continuously. In a small bowl, combine cocoa powder and hot water. Stir cocoa mixture into batter. Fold in flour using figure eight movement. If the mixture is too stiff, batter should slowly drop off spoon when lifted from bowl, add a small amount of water. Divide mixture into 12 muffin cups.
  • Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until well risen and firm to touch. Allow to cool.
  • Cream 1/4 cup butter or margarine until soft. Gradually add sifted confectioners sugar and vanilla extract. Mix cream filling until smooth.
  • Cut circles from tops of muffins, and halve these to resemble butterfly wings. Put a small amount of cherry jam in the cut out hole, and cover with a teaspoon of cream filling. Place the wing shapes into the cream filling curved side down.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 197.8 calories, Carbohydrate 30.3 g, Cholesterol 15.5 mg, Fat 8.3 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 226.7 mg, Sugar 19 g

BUTTERFLY BUNS



Butterfly Buns image

Small buns that resemble butterflies. All kids love them

Provided by Pet

Categories     Muffins

Time 40m

Yield 12

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 cup self-rising flour
¼ cup unsweetened cocoa powder
1 tablespoon hot water
¼ cup margarine
¼ cup white sugar
1 egg
¼ cup margarine
1 ½ cups confectioners' sugar
½ teaspoon vanilla extract
2 tablespoons cherry jam

Steps:

  • Preheat oven 350 F (175 degrees C). Line a 12-cup-muffin-pan with paper baking cups.
  • Cream 1/4 cup butter or margarine and white sugar together until pale yellow and fluffy. Gradually add small amounts of beaten egg, beating continuously. In a small bowl, combine cocoa powder and hot water. Stir cocoa mixture into batter. Fold in flour using figure eight movement. If the mixture is too stiff, batter should slowly drop off spoon when lifted from bowl, add a small amount of water. Divide mixture into 12 muffin cups.
  • Bake for 15 to 20 minutes, or until well risen and firm to touch. Allow to cool.
  • Cream 1/4 cup butter or margarine until soft. Gradually add sifted confectioners sugar and vanilla extract. Mix cream filling until smooth.
  • Cut circles from tops of muffins, and halve these to resemble butterfly wings. Put a small amount of cherry jam in the cut out hole, and cover with a teaspoon of cream filling. Place the wing shapes into the cream filling curved side down.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 197.8 calories, Carbohydrate 30.3 g, Cholesterol 15.5 mg, Fat 8.3 g, Fiber 0.9 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 1.6 g, Sodium 226.7 mg, Sugar 19 g

Tips:

  • Prep your ingredients: Before you start baking, make sure all of your ingredients are measured and ready to go. This will help you stay organized and avoid any mishaps.
  • Use the right temperature: Pay close attention to the recipe's instructions for the oven temperature. Using the wrong temperature can result in undercooked or overcooked buns.
  • Don't overmix the dough: Overmixing the dough can make the buns tough. Mix just until the ingredients are well combined.
  • Let the dough rise properly: The rising time for the dough is crucial for the texture and flavor of the buns. Make sure to let the dough rise in a warm place until it has doubled in size.
  • Shape the buns carefully: When shaping the buns, be gentle and avoid handling them too much. This will help prevent the dough from deflating.
  • Bake the buns until they are golden brown: Keep an eye on the buns while they are baking and remove them from the oven once they are golden brown. Overbaking can dry out the buns.

Conclusion:

Making butterfly buns is a fun and rewarding experience. By following the tips and tricks outlined in this article, you can create delicious and beautiful buns that will impress your family and friends. So grab your ingredients, preheat your oven, and let's get baking!

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