Dinner

Mini Butter Buns

Soft, golden mini butter buns made with a rich yeast dough and brushed with egg whites before baking.

  • 3 hr
  • 400 kcal
  • Vegetarian
  • Bread
  • Side dish

Mellowpan tip: Makes 24 servings. Plan the extras as tomorrow’s lunch.

Mini Butter Buns

Ingredients

For 24 servings

Steps

  1. Step 1:

    Combine the flour, sugar, yeast, and salt in a mixing bowl or large bowl.

  2. Step 2:

    Add the warm milk and begin kneading the dough.

  3. Step 3:

    Once the dough is smooth and elastic, add the butter and continue kneading.

  4. Step 4:

    Place the dough in a covered bowl and let it rise until doubled in bulk, about 90 minutes.

    90 min
  5. Step 5:

    Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface.

  6. Step 6:

    Divide the dough into pieces.

  7. Step 7:

    Round the pieces into smooth balls.

  8. Step 8:

    Lightly grease the pans.

  9. Step 9:

    Place the dough balls on the pans.

  10. Step 10:

    Cover the pans and let the buns rise until puffy and soft.

  11. Step 11:

    Brush the buns with egg whites.

  12. Step 12:

    Toward the end of the rising time, preheat the oven to 375°F.

  13. Step 13:

    Uncover the buns and bake for 28 to 32 minutes, until the crust is golden brown.

    28–32 min
  14. Step 14:

    Remove from the oven and enjoy.

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