Honey Buns Directions:
To make the dough, add the butter to a small saucepan. Heat over medium-low heat until the butter has melted.
Whisk in the milk.
Once the milk is incorporated, whisk in the honey. Remove from the heat and allow to cool to lukewarm. Transfer mixture to the bowl of a stand mixer.
Add the warm water, sugar, and yeast. Stir to mix thoroughly, then set to the side.
In a bowl, combine 2 cups of the bread flour and the salt.
Add the flour mixture to the yeast mixture.
Using the dough hook attachment, combine the ingredients for 1 minute on the lowest speed setting.
Add the egg and mix again on low.
With the mixer on, add 1/2 cup flour. After a minute or two, add the final 1/2 cup flour. Use a spatula to scrape down the sides, as needed. At this point, the dough should be less sticky. If it's still sticking to the sides of the bowl, add additional flour, 2 tablespoons at a time, until the dough has reached the desired consistency.
Allow the dough hook to work for two more minutes, then remove and place in a large warm, greased bowl. Cover the bowl with a tea towel or plastic wrap and place in a warm place to rise for 1 hour, or until it's doubled in size. Meanwhile, grease a 9x13" baking dish and set aside.
Transfer the risen dough to a lightly floured work surface and use a rolling pin to shape the dough into a 6x14" rectangle.
Sprinkle the cinnamon over the entirety of the dough and use your hands to lightly work it into the dough.
Carefully roll one long side of the dough to the other to create a log shape.
Dip your fingers in water and run them along the edge. Use your fingers to pinch it together to seal.
Use a sharp knife to cut the dough into 1" slices. Transfer to the prepared baking dish and cover with a tea towel.
Place in a warm place to rise for 30 minutes. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. After 30 minutes, carefully transfer the buns to a large baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
Bake 15-17 minutes until golden brown. Allow to cool 20 minutes before glazing.
To prepare the glaze, melt the butter in a microwave-safe bowl.
Sift in the powdered sugar.
Whisk as you pour in the milk, honey, and vanilla. Add the salt and mix again.
Invert each honey bun and dip the tops into the glaze.
Place glazed buns on a baking sheet to harden before storing or serve immediately.
I await your comments! Enjoy!
