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Bakery Butter Buns

Tara Noland
These wonderful butter buns are easy, and oh so delicious. They are perfect for dinner or by themselves with a little jam!
5 from 2 votes
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Prep Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Course Breads, Muffins and Scones
Servings 15 Buns

Ingredients
 

  • 4 1/2 tsp dry yeast
  • 1/3 cup warm water
  • 1/4 cup each of sugar and butter
  • 2 tsp salt
  • 1 cup scalded milk
  • 2 eggs beaten
  • 4 1/2 - 5 cups flour

Instructions
 

  • Place the yeast in a small bowl and add the warm water
  • In a large mixing bowl or stand mixer combine the sugar, butter, salt, and hot milk. Stir to combine and let cool to lukewarm.
  • Stir the eggs and the yeast into the sugar mixture.
  • Gradually add the flour, beating well after each addition.
  • Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead until smooth and satiny, about 5 minutes.
  • Place the dough in a large lightly greased bowl and cover with a tea towel.
  • Place in a warm spot and let rise until doubled in volume, about an hour.
  • Form into 15 balls and place them on a greased 11" pan.
  • Allow the dough to rise again for 1 hour.
  • Bake for 12-15 minutes at 350 degrees F until golden brown

Notes

Adapted from Gwen's Butter Rich Dinner Rolls.
Nutrition calculation is an estimation only. If you need nutritional calculations for medical reasons, please use a source that you trust.
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