Beautifully Braided Cinnamon Buns (Twisted Bun Recipe)
Indulge in the delightful experience of making Beautifully Braided Cinnamon Buns, a twisted bun recipe that brings warmth and sweetness to any occasion. These soft, buttery treats are not only visually appealing with their intricate braids but also bursting with a rich cinnamon-sugar filling that melts in your mouth. Perfect for breakfast gatherings, festive celebrations, or cozy afternoons, these buns are easy to customize with nuts or fruits for added flair. With their impressive presentation and irresistible flavor, you’ll love serving them fresh from the oven.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: Makes about 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- 1 cup milk
- 3/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 eggs
- 4 cups bread flour
- 1 tbsp instant dry yeast
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, for filling
- 1 cup light brown sugar
- 2 tsp ground cinnamon
Instructions
- Warm the milk until lukewarm. In a bowl, mix it with softened butter and sugar; stir in eggs.
- In another bowl, combine bread flour, instant dry yeast, and salt. Gradually add this to the wet mixture until combined.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface until smooth and elastic.
- Let the dough rise in a greased bowl covered with a cloth for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- For the filling, mix softened butter with brown sugar and cinnamon until smooth.
- Roll out the dough into a large rectangle, spread with filling, cut into strips, twist them together, and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Brush with beaten egg and bake at 350°F (175°C) for about 20 minutes until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 220mg
- Fat: 13g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 38g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 40mg