Strawberry Breakfast Buns: Roses of Love
Looking for a show-stopping treat that’s as stunning as it is delicious? These Strawberry Breakfast Buns are here to steal the spotlight! Plush, flavorful, and infused with the goodness of strawberry kefir, these rose-shaped beauties are a feast for the eyes and the taste buds. Perfect for Valentine's Day or any morning that calls for a little extra love.
Let’s bake something beautiful, shall we?
Why You'll Love This
Stunning Presentation: These rose-shaped buns are almost too pretty to eat. (Almost.)
Strawberry Goodness: Infused with strawberry kefir and topped with fresh strawberries, they’re a berry lover’s dream.
Soft and Fluffy: Thanks to the perfect dough, these buns practically melt in your mouth.
Ingredients
For the Dough:
50-60 ml milk
113 g (1 stick) unsalted butter
110 g granulated sugar
200 ml strawberry kefir
580 g all-purpose flour
10 g active dry yeast
1 tsp salt
3 eggs, room temperature
For the Filling:
2 tbsp (~22 g) melted butter
1/4 cup (50 g) brown sugar
1/8 cup (30 g) granulated sugar
1/2 tsp cinnamon
For the Topping:
Pureed fresh strawberries or strawberry jam
Tools You’ll Need:
Stand mixer with hook attachment
Small saucepan
Rolling pin
Pastry brush
Sharp knife or bench scraper
4-inch baking pans (or muffin tins)
Plastic wrap and kitchen towel
Directions
Step 1: Make the Dough
In a small pot, combine milk, butter, and granulated sugar. Warm over medium heat until the butter melts. Set aside to cool slightly.
In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the hook attachment, combine strawberry kefir, flour, yeast, salt, and eggs. Mix on the lowest speed just until combined.
With the mixer still on low, slowly pour in the milk mixture in a thin stream. Once incorporated, increase the speed to medium-high and knead for 8-10 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic.
Preheat your oven to 175°F, then turn it off. Transfer the dough to a greased bowl, cover with plastic wrap and a towel, and let it rise in the warm oven (or any warm, dark place) for 1.5 to 2 hours, or until doubled in size.
Step 2: Prepare the Filling
While the dough rises, whisk together brown sugar, granulated sugar, and cinnamon in a small bowl. Set aside.
Step 3: Shape the Buns
Once the dough has risen, roll it out into a rectangle about 1/4 inch thick on a floured surface.
Brush the melted butter evenly over the dough, then sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture on top.
Slice the dough into 2-inch wide strips, then slice each strip in half, leaving the top end intact.
Twist each strip into a tight rope, then roll the rope into a rose shape, tucking the end underneath. Repeat for all strips.
Place each bun into a greased 4-inch baking pan. Cover with plastic wrap and a towel, and let rise in a warm oven for 30 minutes.
Step 4: Bake and Top
Preheat the oven to 350°F. Bake the buns on the middle rack for 15-18 minutes, or until golden brown.
Top the warm buns with pureed fresh strawberries or strawberry jam for a burst of fruity goodness.
Troubleshooting
Dough too sticky? Add a tablespoon of flour at a time until it’s manageable.
Buns too dense? Make sure your yeast is fresh and give the dough enough time to rise.
Shaping tricky? Don’t stress—even imperfect roses will taste amazing!
Pro Tips
Use room temperature eggs for better dough consistency.
To make shaping easier, chill the dough slightly before twisting and rolling.
For extra shine, brush the buns with a light syrup made of water and sugar right after baking.
Trivia
Strawberries & Love: Did you know strawberries are considered the fruit of love? Their heart shape and vibrant red color make them a symbol of passion.
Rose Symbolism: Roses represent romance and beauty, making these buns a double dose of affection.
Kefir Magic: Strawberry kefir not only adds flavor but also acts as a natural tenderizer for the dough.
Time to Enjoy! 💖
There you have it—strawberry-sweet, rose-shaped buns that are sure to wow anyone lucky enough to try them. Whether you’re making these for Valentine’s Day, a brunch date, or just because, they’ll bring a smile to your face and warmth to your kitchen. Happy baking!
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Strawberry Breakfast Buns: Roses of Love!
Ingredients
- 50-60 ml milk
- 113 g (1 stick) unsalted butter
- 110 g granulated sugar
- 200 ml strawberry kefir
- 580 g all-purpose flour
- 10 g active dry yeast
- 1 tsp salt
- 3 eggs, room temperature
- 2 tbsp (~22 g) melted butter
- 1/4 cup (50 g) brown sugar
- 1/8 cup (30 g) granulated sugar
- 1/2 tsp cinnamon
- Pureed fresh strawberries or strawberry jam
Instructions
- In a small pot, combine milk, butter, and granulated sugar. Warm over medium heat until the butter melts. Set aside to cool slightly.
- In the bowl of a stand mixer fitted with the hook attachment, combine strawberry kefir, flour, yeast, salt, and eggs. Mix on the lowest speed just until combined.
- With the mixer still on low, slowly pour in the milk mixture in a thin stream. Once incorporated, increase the speed to medium-high and knead for 8-10 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic.
- Preheat your oven to 175°F, then turn it off. Transfer the dough to a greased bowl, cover with plastic wrap and a towel, and let it rise in the warm oven (or any warm, dark place) for 1.5 to 2 hours, or until doubled in size.
- While the dough rises, whisk together brown sugar, granulated sugar, and cinnamon in a small bowl. Set aside.
- Once the dough has risen, roll it out into a rectangle about 1/4 inch thick on a floured surface.
- Brush the melted butter evenly over the dough, then sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar mixture on top.
- Slice the dough into 2-inch wide strips, then slice each strip in half, leaving the top end intact.
- Twist each strip into a tight rope, then roll the rope into a rose shape, tucking the end underneath. Repeat for all strips.
- Place each bun into a greased 4-inch baking pan. Cover with plastic wrap and a towel, and let rise in a warm oven for 30 minutes.
- Preheat the oven to 350°F. Bake the buns on the middle rack for 15-18 minutes, or until golden brown.
- Top the warm buns with pureed fresh strawberries or strawberry jam for a burst of fruity goodness.
