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Homemade Honey Bun Recipe (Baked or Fried)

Homemade Honey Bun Recipe (Baked or Fried)
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Indulge in the delightful world of homemade honey buns with this easy and irresistible recipe. Whether baked or fried, these honey buns feature a melt-in-your-mouth texture that will remind you of your favorite store-bought treats. Filled with a sweet cinnamon sugar blend and topped with a creamy glaze, they make for a perfect breakfast option, snack, or dessert. With simple ingredients and straightforward steps, you can whip up these fluffy delights in no time. Treat yourself and your loved ones to these cozy, comforting buns that are sure to impress at brunch or as a delightful after-dinner treat.

Ingredients

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  • 3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon instant yeast
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 cup warm water
  • 1/3 cup honey
  • 1 large egg
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup melted shortening
  • Cinnamon sugar filling: 1/4 cup granulated sugar, 1 1/2 teaspoons cinnamon
  • Glaze: 4 2/3 cups powdered sugar, 2 1/2 tablespoons honey, 1 tablespoon melted butter

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, whisk together flour, sugar, yeast, and salt. In another bowl, mix warm water, honey, egg, and vanilla until combined.
  2. Melt shortening; add to the wet mixture. Combine wet and dry ingredients using a stand mixer on low speed.
  3. Knead dough on medium speed for about 8 minutes until slightly sticky.
  4. Shape into a ball in an oiled bowl; cover and let rise for 1 to 2 hours until nearly doubled.
  5. Prepare cinnamon sugar mixture while dough rises. Roll out the dough into an 8” by 12” rectangle; sprinkle with cinnamon sugar and roll tightly.
  6. Cut into equal pieces and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet; allow them to rise again for about 45 minutes.
  7. Bake at 350°F until golden brown or fry in oil heated to between 350°F-375°F until golden.

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