Ingredients and Weight:
- All-purpose flour - 500g
- Granulated sugar - 150g
- Brown sugar - 100g
- Active dry yeast - 10g
- Warm water - 250ml
- Milk - 120ml
- Butter - 80g, softened
- Salt - 1 tsp
- Cinnamon - 1 tbsp
- Raisins - 100g (optional)
- Pecans - 100g (optional)
Preparation Time:
20 minutes
Cooking Time:
25-30 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2 (moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, granulated sugar, brown sugar, yeast, and salt.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together the warm water, milk, and softened butter.
- Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and stir until a dough forms.
- Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 5-7 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
- While the dough is rising, grease a 9x13-inch baking dish.
- In a small bowl, combine the cinnamon sugar.
- Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out into a 12x18-inch rectangle.
- Spread with melted butter, then sprinkle with cinnamon sugar.
- Sprinkle with raisins and pecans, if desired.
- Roll up the dough from the long side and cut into 8 equal pieces.
- Place the rolls in the prepared baking dish and let rise for 30 minutes, or until doubled in size.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown.
Nutritional Information:
Per bun:
- 250 calories
- 4g fat
- 45g carbohydrates
- 2g protein
Dish Characteristics:
- Soft and fluffy with a sweet and sticky glaze
- Warm and comforting
- Perfect for a weekend brunch or dessert
User Comments:
- "These sticky buns were absolutely delicious! They were so soft and fluffy, and the glaze was the perfect amount of sweetness." - Amy B.
- "I love the combination of cinnamon and raisins in these buns. They're the perfect treat for a cold winter day." - John S.
- "I've made these sticky buns several times now, and they're always a hit with my family and friends." - Sarah M.
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Make sure the yeast is active before using. To test, dissolve the yeast in warm water with a pinch of sugar. If the yeast doesn't foam after 5 minutes, it's not active and you'll need to start over.
- Don't overmix the dough, as this will make the buns tough.
- Let the dough rise in a warm place. If the dough doesn't rise properly, the buns will be dense and chewy.
- Bake the buns until they are golden brown. If they are underbaked, they will be sticky and gooey.
