Soft Milk Buns

Indulge in the pillowy perfection of Soft Milk Buns, a delightful homemade bread recipe that’s as versatile as it is satisfying. These golden, bakery-style buns are made with simple ingredients like all-purpose flour, whole milk, and a touch of sugar, creating a soft, slightly sweet texture that melts in your mouth. Enriched with butter and an egg for added richness, this dough is kneaded to smooth, elastic perfection before being oven-baked to a beautiful golden hue. Brushed with a glossy egg wash, these buns become irresistibly soft with a tender crust. Perfect for sandwiches, dinner rolls, or enjoyed warm with a pat of butter, these fluffy milk buns are ideal for any occasion. Ready in just a couple of hours, this recipe will take your home baking to the next level!

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:120 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:140 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 450 grams All-purpose flour
• 250 milliliters Whole milk
• 50 grams Unsalted butter
• 50 grams Granulated sugar
• 7 grams Salt
• 7 grams Dry yeast
• 1 large Egg
• 1 large Egg (for egg wash)
• 1 tablespoon Water (for egg wash)

Directions

Step 1

In a small saucepan over low heat, combine the milk and butter, heating until the butter is just melted. Remove from heat and allow to cool until lukewarm.

Step 2

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

Step 3

In a separate small bowl, sprinkle the yeast over the lukewarm milk mixture and let sit for about 5 minutes until frothy.

Step 4

Pour the yeast mixture into the flour mixture and add the egg. Mix until a sticky dough forms.

Step 5

Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 10 minutes, or until it becomes smooth and elastic. Add a bit more flour if the dough is too sticky.

Step 6

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

Step 7

Once risen, punch down the dough and divide it into 10 equal pieces. Shape each piece into a smooth ball.

Step 8

Place the balls onto a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, making sure they are spaced out to allow room for rising.

Step 9

Cover the dough balls with a damp cloth and let them rise again for about 30 minutes, or until doubled in size.

Step 10

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F).

Step 11

In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and tablespoon of water for the egg wash.

Step 12

Brush the tops of the buns lightly with the egg wash.

Step 13

Bake the buns in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until they are golden brown and sound hollow when tapped on the bottom.

Step 14

Let the buns cool on a wire rack before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(942.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2537.6

Total Fat 68.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 34.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.2g
Cholesterol 547.2mg	0%
Sodium 3041.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 409.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.6g	0%
Total Sugars 64.1g
Protein 70.9g	0%

Vitamin D 208.2IU	0%
Calcium 444.8mg	0%
Iron 23.0mg	0%
Potassium 1160.4mg	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: 24.3%

Protein: 11.2%

Carbs: 64.5%