Description
Indulge in the nostalgia of warm, sweet Homemade Honey Buns that are perfect for breakfast or dessert. These fluffy treats feature a delightful cinnamon sugar filling and a creamy glaze that will have everyone reaching for seconds. Whether you choose to bake or fry them, this easy recipe offers unbeatable comfort food satisfaction. Perfect for cozy family brunches or festive gatherings, these honey buns are sure to impress your guests.
Ingredients
Scale
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon instant yeast
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup warm water (105°F-115°F)
- 1/3 cup honey
- 1 large egg
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup melted shortening
- Cinnamon sugar (for filling)
- Creamy glaze (powdered sugar, honey, butter)
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix flour, sugar, yeast, and salt. In another bowl, combine warm water, honey, egg, and vanilla; then add melted shortening.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients using a stand mixer with a dough hook. Knead until slightly sticky.
- Shape into a ball and let rise covered in a warm area for 1 to 2 hours.
- Roll out the dough into a rectangle, sprinkle with cinnamon sugar, roll up tightly, and cut into pieces.
- Allow the pieces to rise again for about 45 minutes on parchment-lined sheets.
- Bake at 350°F until golden or fry until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast/Dessert
- Method: Baking/Frying
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 honey bun (50g)
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 27g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 15mg