English Batter Buns

Soft, airy, and irresistibly golden, English Batter Buns are a delightful twist on traditional bread rolls, perfect for your next baking adventure. Made with simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, warm milk, and melted butter, these light-as-a-cloud buns come together with a yeast-based batter that requires no kneading—ideal for beginner bakers or anyone short on time. Baked in a muffin tin to yield perfectly portioned, pillowy rolls, they’re a versatile addition to any meal. Serve them warm, slathered with butter, jam, or honey, or enjoy them as a side with soups and salads. With minimal prep and a satisfying rise, these buns are your go-to for effortless homemade bread that looks and tastes bakery-fresh. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dinner, English Batter Buns are sure to become a household favorite!

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 3.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 2.25 teaspoons Active dry yeast
• 2 tablespoons Sugar
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter, melted
• 1.25 cups Milk, warm (about 110°F)
• 1 Egg, beaten
• 1 tablespoon Vegetable oil or melted butter (for greasing)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the warm milk and sugar. Sprinkle the active dry yeast over the mixture and let it sit for 5-10 minutes until the surface becomes frothy, indicating the yeast is activated.

Step 2

Gradually stir in the melted butter, beaten egg, salt, and 1 cup of the all-purpose flour. Mix well with a wooden spoon or a dough whisk until smooth.

Step 3

Add the remaining flour (a bit at a time) and continue to stir until the batter is thick and smooth. The mixture should still be slightly sticky but manageable.

Step 4

Cover the bowl with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap and let the batter rise in a warm place for 1 to 1.5 hours, or until it has doubled in size.

Step 5

Once risen, grease a 12-cup muffin tin with vegetable oil or melted butter. Using a spoon, scoop portions of the batter evenly into each muffin cup, filling them about halfway or slightly more.

Step 6

Cover the filled muffin tin loosely with the kitchen towel again and let the buns rise for another 30 minutes in a warm spot.

Step 7

Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) during the second rise.

Step 8

Once the batter buns have risen, place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown.

Step 9

Carefully remove the buns from the muffin tin and let them cool on a wire rack for 5-10 minutes before serving.

Step 10

Serve warm with butter, jam, or your desired toppings. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(884.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2403.3

Total Fat 75.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 37.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 334.0mg	0%
Sodium 2567.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 364.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.8g	0%
Total Sugars 41.1g
Protein 62.6g	0%

Vitamin D 195.0IU	0%
Calcium 480.6mg	0%
Iron 20.9mg	0%
Potassium 1132.0mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 28.5%

Protein: 10.5%

Carbs: 61.0%