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Saffron Buns
Indulge in the heavenly allure of our Saffron Buns, where every bite is a symphony of rich, aromatic flavors! These golden treasures are soft, sweet, and subtly spiced with saffron and cardamom, promising a decadent experience for your taste buds.
Prep Time
25 mins
Cook Time
25 mins
Rising Time
2 hrs
Total Time
2 hrs 37 mins
Servings: 12
Calories: 297 kcal
Course:
Breakfast , Bread
Cuisine:
Swedish
Ingredients
- 1 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon saffron
- ¾ cup sugar
- 6 tablespoon butter unsalted
- 2½ teaspoon active dry yeast
- 3½ cups all-purpose flour to 4 cups
- ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon cardamom ground
- 2 large eggs
- ¼ cup sour cream
- ¾ cup raisins
- 1 egg for egg wash
Instructions
- In a small sauce pan heat the milk, saffron, ¼ cup of the sugar and butter together until the butter melts, but do not boil the milk, it just needs to be warm.
- Add the yeast to the warm milk and let it sit a bit so that the yeast dissolves. You don't want the milk too warm because it will kill the yeast.
- In the bowl of your mixer, mix the flour, salt, cardamom, remaining ½ cup sugar and salt.
- To your mixer bowl, add milk mixture, 2 eggs, sour cream and raisins. Using the hook attachment mix well until dough is smooth.
- Place the dough in an oiled bowl, cover with plastic wrap and place in a warm spot until it doubles in size.
- Preheat oven to 400℉. Prepare a large baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Sprinkle some flour over your counter and turn the on the counter. Divide into 12 pieces.
- Roll each piece into a rope about 8 inches long and shape them into the letter "S".
- Place the rolls on the baking sheet, cover with plastic wrap and let them rest for another 30 minutes until they have doubled in size. Brush the buns with egg wash. Place a single raisin in the center of each of the swirls.
- Bake for about 10-12 minutes or until golden brown.
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Notes
- Yeast: Ensure your yeast is fresh for optimal rising. If your dough isn’t rising, the yeast may be expired.
- Milk Temperature: Warm the milk to about 110°F; too hot will kill the yeast.
- Raisin Placement: When placing raisins in the swirls of the buns, press them in slightly to ensure they stick.
- Oven Positioning: Position your oven rack in the middle for even baking.
- Saffron Infusion: Allow the saffron to properly infuse in the warm milk for optimal flavor and color.
Nutrition Information
Serving
1bun
Calories
297kcal
(15%)
Carbohydrates
49g
(16%)
Protein
7g
(14%)
Fat
9g
(14%)
Saturated Fat
5g
(25%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
1g
Monounsaturated Fat
2g
Trans Fat
0.3g
Cholesterol
64mg
(21%)
Sodium
129mg
(5%)
Potassium
174mg
(5%)
Fiber
2g
(8%)
Sugar
14g
(28%)
Vitamin A
290IU
(6%)
Vitamin C
1mg
(1%)
Calcium
46mg
(5%)
Iron
2mg
(11%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 12Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 297
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1bun | |
| Calories | 297kcal | 15% |
| Carbohydrates | 49g | 16% |
| Protein | 7g | 14% |
| Fat | 9g | 14% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1g | 6% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2g | 10% |
| Trans Fat | 0.3g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 64mg | 21% |
| Sodium | 129mg | 5% |
| Potassium | 174mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 14g | 28% |
| Vitamin A | 290IU | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 46mg | 5% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.