Mel's Buns

Soft, fluffy, and irresistibly golden, Mel's Buns are the ultimate homemade bread rolls for any occasion. Crafted with simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, whole milk, and a touch of sugar, these buns strike the perfect balance between tender texture and subtle sweetness. The recipe incorporates easy bread-making techniques, from proofing active dry yeast for that perfect rise to kneading the dough until it's smooth and elastic. Ideal for beginners and seasoned bakers alike, these versatile buns are perfect for dinner rolls, sandwich bases, or enjoying warm with a pat of butter. Ready in under two hours, with a second rise ensuring pillowy perfection, Mel's Buns are a must-try for anyone craving the comforting aroma and taste of freshly baked bread.

Nutriscore Rating: 64/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 4 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 cup Whole milk
• 0.25 cup Granulated sugar
• 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
• 2.25 teaspoons Active dry yeast
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 2 Large eggs
• 0.25 cup Water

Directions

Step 1

Warm the milk in a small saucepan over low heat until it is just warm to the touch (about 100°F or 38°C). Remove from heat and stir in the sugar. Sprinkle the yeast over the milk and let it sit for 5 minutes until frothy.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine 3 cups of the flour and the salt. Mix well.

Step 3

In a microwave-safe bowl or a small saucepan, melt the butter. Let it cool slightly.

Step 4

Beat the eggs in a separate bowl. Add the melted butter, the frothy yeast mixture, and the water to the eggs. Mix well.

Step 5

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients. Stir until combined, then gradually add the remaining 1 cup of flour while kneading the dough. The dough should be soft and slightly sticky but pull away from the sides of the bowl.

Step 6

Transfer the dough to a floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.

Step 7

Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.

Step 8

Punch down the dough and divide it into 12 equal portions. Shape each portion into a smooth ball and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet, ensuring some space between each bun.

Step 9

Cover the buns loosely with a clean kitchen towel and let them rise again for 30 minutes.

Step 10

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

Step 11

Bake the buns in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until golden brown on top.

Step 12

Remove the buns from the oven and transfer them to a wire rack to cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1003.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2655.8

Total Fat 70.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 36.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.3g
Cholesterol 525.3mg	0%
Sodium 2614.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 432.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.5g	0%
Total Sugars 62.8g
Protein 72.7g	0%

Vitamin D 187.4IU	0%
Calcium 439.0mg	0%
Iron 24.6mg	0%
Potassium 1173.3mg	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: 24.0%

Protein: 10.9%

Carbs: 65.1%