Morning Buns Cook's Country

Wake up to the irresistible aroma of **Morning Buns from Cook's Country**, a delightful treat that combines the best elements of flaky croissants and gooey cinnamon rolls. These bakery-style pastries are made with rich, buttery dough that's expertly laminated to create light, tender layers, then rolled with a cinnamon-sugar filling infused with bright orange zest for a citrusy twist. Baked to golden perfection and finished with a sparkling coat of sugar, each bun is a perfect balance of sweetness and zest. With straightforward ingredients and step-by-step guidance, this recipe transforms your kitchen into an artisan bakery, making it ideal for leisurely weekend mornings or special brunch gatherings.

Nutriscore Rating: 41/100

Prep Time:240 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:265 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 420 grams All-purpose flour
• 50 grams Granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 2.25 teaspoons Instant yeast
• 120 milliliters Whole milk
• 56 grams Unsalted butter (melted and slightly cooled)
• 1 unit Large egg
• 170 grams Unsalted butter (softened, for laminating)
• 200 grams Light brown sugar
• 2 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
• 1 tablespoon Orange zest
• 50 grams Granulated sugar (for finishing)

Directions

Step 1

In a large bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, salt, and instant yeast.

Step 2

In a separate bowl, warm the milk until lukewarm (approximately 40°C or 100°F). Stir in the melted butter and egg until combined.

Step 3

Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients. Mix until a shaggy dough forms.

Step 4

Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for 8-10 minutes, or until smooth and elastic. Alternatively, knead in a stand mixer fitted with a dough hook for 5-7 minutes.

Step 5

Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover it with plastic wrap or a clean towel, and let it rise in a warm spot until doubled in size, about 1.5 to 2 hours.

Step 6

While the dough rises, prepare the cinnamon-sugar filling by mixing the light brown sugar, ground cinnamon, and orange zest in a small bowl.

Step 7

Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out on a floured surface into a 16x12-inch rectangle.

Step 8

Spread the softened butter evenly over the entire surface of the dough.

Step 9

Sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar filling evenly over the buttered dough, pressing lightly to adhere.

Step 10

Roll up the dough tightly into a log, starting from the long side. Pinch the seam to seal.

Step 11

Use a sharp knife or unflavored dental floss to cut the log into 12 equal pieces.

Step 12

Place each piece, spiral side up, into a lightly greased standard muffin tin. Cover loosely with plastic wrap and let rise for 45 minutes, or until puffed.

Step 13

Preheat your oven to 190°C (375°F).

Step 14

Bake the buns for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.

Step 15

While the buns are baking, prepare the finishing sugar by placing the granulated sugar in a shallow dish.

Step 16

Allow the buns to cool for 5 minutes in the tin, then carefully remove them and roll the tops in the granulated sugar for a sparkling finish.

Step 17

Serve the Morning Buns warm or at room temperature. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1153.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4507.2

Total Fat 199.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 122.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 701.3mg	0%
Sodium 2553.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 636.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.7g	0%
Total Sugars 307.8g
Protein 58.8g	0%

Vitamin D 204.7IU	0%
Calcium 475.9mg	0%
Iron 21.9mg	0%
Potassium 1137.2mg	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: 39.2%

Protein: 5.1%

Carbs: 55.7%