Scottish Baps

Soft, pillowy, and delightfully light, Scottish Baps are the ultimate traditional bread rolls that bring a taste of Scotland right to your kitchen. These tender rolls, with their signature flour-dusted tops, are perfect for breakfast spreads, sandwich bases, or simply slathered with butter for a comforting snack. Made with simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, active dry yeast, and warm milk, these baps are easy to prepare and achieve their distinct softness from a gentle knead and two rises. Baked to a lovely golden hue, these versatile rolls are a true crowd-pleaser and can be served warm or cold. Whether you're crafting an authentic Scottish meal or looking for a new favorite bread recipe, these homemade baps are bound to impress with their rustic charm and delightful texture.

Nutriscore Rating: 66/100

Prep Time:80 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:95 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 500 grams All-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 2 teaspoons Granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons Active dry yeast
• 300 milliliters Warm milk (about 110°F/45°C)
• 45 grams Unsalted butter (melted)
• 1 teaspoon Vegetable oil (for greasing)
• 2 tablespoons All-purpose flour (for dusting)

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, salt, and sugar.

Step 2

In a separate small bowl, dissolve the yeast in the warm milk, letting it sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.

Step 3

Pour the yeast mixture and melted butter into the dry ingredients. Mix until a soft, sticky dough forms.

Step 4

Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. If the dough is too sticky, add a small amount of flour, but avoid adding too much to keep the baps soft.

Step 5

Lightly oil a large bowl and place the dough inside, turning it to coat it with oil. Cover the bowl with a damp cloth or plastic wrap and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until it has doubled in size.

Step 6

After the dough has risen, punch it down gently and transfer it to a floured surface. Divide the dough into 10 equal pieces.

Step 7

Shape each piece into a flattened round roll, about 1 inch thick, and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Leave some space between the rolls to allow for expansion.

Step 8

Cover the rolls loosely with a cloth and let them rise again for 20 minutes, until slightly puffed.

Step 9

Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F). Dust the tops of the baps lightly with flour.

Step 10

Bake in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until the baps are a light golden color but still soft to the touch.

Step 11

Let the baps cool on a wire rack before serving. Enjoy them fresh with butter, or use them as rolls for sandwiches!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(889.5g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2442.0

Total Fat 52.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 28.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 123.6mg	0%
Sodium 2499.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 419.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.3g	0%
Total Sugars 24.8g
Protein 66.1g	0%

Vitamin D 152.2IU	0%
Calcium 468.3mg	0%
Iron 24.1mg	0%
Potassium 1152.6mg	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: 19.5%

Protein: 11.0%

Carbs: 69.5%