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Swedish Saffron Buns (Lussebullar)

featured in 6 Ways To Enjoy Buns
Alix Traeger
Tasty Team
June 10, 2019
Swedish Saffron Buns (Lussebullar)

Ingredients

for 10 servings

  • 1 cup milk (240 mL)
  • ½ cup sugar (100 g), plus 1 tablespoon, divided
  • 1 teaspoon saffron thread
  • ¼ oz active dry yeast
  • 4 ½ cups all-purpose flour (560 g)
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cardamom
  • 3 large eggs, divided
  • ¼ cup sour cream (60 g)
  • 6 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
  • raisin, or chocolate chips

Nutrition Info

  • Calories 346
  • Fat 10g
  • Carbs 52g
  • Fiber 1g
  • Sugar 8g
  • Protein 9g

Estimated values based on one serving size.

Preparation

  1. In a small saucepan, combine the milk, 1 tablespoon of sugar, and the saffron threads. Heat over medium-low heat, stirring to dissolve the sugar. Once the milk is steaming, remove from the heat and let cool to 110˚F (43˚C).
  2. Sprinkle the yeast over the milk and let bubble, about 5 minutes.
  3. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, remaining sugar, salt, and cardamom.
  4. Make a well in the center of the flour and pour in the milk, 2 eggs, sour cream, and butter. Stir to combine, then, once the dough starts to come together, use your hands to incorporate fully.
  5. Turn the dough out onto a clean surface and knead until the dough is springy, about 5 minutes.
  6. Place the dough in a large bowl and cover with plastic wrap. Let rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
  7. Punch down the dough and flip onto a clean surface.
  8. Divide the dough into 12 equal pieces. Form each piece into a ball about 2 inches (5 cm) wide, then roll into a cylinder about 12-14 inches (30 cm) long
  9. Swirl the dough into a S shape starting at one end until the middle and then the other end.
  10. Transfer the dough to a parchment paper-lined baking sheet, cover with plastic wrap, and let rise for 30 minutes, until doubled in size.
  11. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
  12. Beat the remaining egg and brush over the dough swirls. Place a single raisin or chocolate chip in the center of the swirls on each end.
  13. Bake the buns for 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
  14. Enjoy!

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