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Orange Cardamom Morning Buns Recipe

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Delight in these fragrant Orange Cardamom Morning Buns, a soft and tender sweet bread swirled with a spiced orange zest and cardamom filling, glazed with a citrusy cardamom syrup for a perfect morning treat. These buns are easy to make with simple ingredients and offer a delightful aromatic start to your day.

  • Total Time: 1 hour 25 minutes
  • Yield: 12 buns

Ingredients

Dough:

  • 2 3/4-3 cups all-purpose flour
  • 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 packet (2 1/4 teaspoons) instant yeast
  • 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1 large egg, room temperature

Filling:

  • 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 1 tablespoon fresh orange zest
  • 4 teaspoons ground cardamom
  • Pinch of fine sea salt
  • 3 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted

Glaze:

  • 1/3 cup fresh orange juice
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
  • 1 tablespoon unsalted butter

Instructions

  1. Make the dough: In a medium-large mixing bowl, whisk together 2 3/4 cups all-purpose flour, sugar, instant yeast, and salt. Set aside. In a small saucepan over medium-low heat, melt butter and milk together until just warm to the touch, about 95-110°F (35-43°C). Crack the egg into a small mixing bowl and whisk. Slowly add the butter/milk mixture in a thin stream while whisking constantly until fully combined. Add this wet mixture to the dry ingredients and fold together until a shaggy dough forms that pulls away from the bowl. Gradually add more flour in 2 tablespoon increments until the dough pulls away slightly.
  2. Knead and rise: Turn the dough onto a floured surface and knead for 5-6 minutes until smooth. Form into a ball and place in an oiled bowl, coating all sides with oil. Cover with plastic wrap and allow the dough to rise in a warm, draft-free place for 40 minutes or until doubled in size.
  3. Prepare the filling: Combine sugar and orange zest in a small bowl. Rub together with fingers to release oils. Stir in ground cardamom and a pinch of salt.
  4. Shape the buns: Return the dough to a floured surface. Roll out dough with a floured rolling pin into an 18×12-inch rectangle. Brush the dough with 3 tablespoons melted butter, leaving a 1/2-inch border on all sides. Mentally divide dough into thirds lengthwise. Spread half the sugar mixture over the middle third (a 12×6-inch section). Fold one short side over the center to make 12×12 inches. Brush the folded section with remaining melted butter and sprinkle remaining sugar mixture over it. Fold the other short side over to make 12×6 inches. Press edges closed with rolling pin. Turn dough so seam is down. Roll out into a 14×8-inch rectangle.
  5. Cut and twist: Trim 1/2-inch from each short edge. Slice dough into 12 strips. Take each strip and twist the ends to form a loose rope, then loop ends crossing for a small hole, tucking them to secure. Place buns on parchment-lined baking sheets spaced about 6 inches apart.
  6. Second rise: Cover buns loosely with wax paper or parchment and let rise for 25-30 minutes in a warm, draft-free place. The buns will barely change size but finger indentation should remain. Tuck any loose ends back into centers.
  7. Bake: Preheat oven to 375°F placing racks in center positions. Bake buns for 10 minutes, then rotate pans front-to-back and top-to-bottom. Bake an additional 7-8 minutes or until golden brown.
  8. Make the glaze: While baking, combine orange juice and sugar in a small saucepan over medium-low heat. Stir frequently until sugar dissolves (3-5 minutes). Remove from heat, stir in cardamom and butter until combined.
  9. Glaze and serve: Brush the warm buns with the orange cardamom glaze. Best enjoyed the day they are baked. Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to one day.

Notes

  • Ensure the milk and butter mixture is warm but not hot (95-110°F) to avoid killing yeast.
  • Kneading the dough well develops gluten for a tender, fluffy texture.
  • The buns do not rise dramatically on the second rise but should pass the indentation test (poke and it holds).
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container but best eaten fresh for maximum flavor and texture.
  • Use fresh orange zest for best citrus aroma and brightness.
  • You can substitute cardamom with cinnamon if desired for a different spice profile.
  • Author: Maya
  • Prep Time: 25 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Breakfast, Snack, Sweet Bread
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American
  • Diet: Vegetarian

Find it online: https://recipeteach.com/orange-cardamom-morning-buns-recipe/