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Beautifully Braided Cinnamon Buns (Twisted Bun Recipe)

Beautifully Braided Cinnamon Buns (Twisted Bun Recipe)
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Indulge in the warmth and sweetness of Beautifully Braided Cinnamon Buns, a delightful twist on traditional cinnamon rolls. This recipe combines fluffy dough with a rich, cinnamon-sugar filling, resulting in buns that are not only visually stunning but also irresistibly delicious. Perfect for cozy weekend breakfasts or special occasions, these braided treats bring joy to any gathering. With easy-to-follow instructions, even beginner bakers can enjoy the fun of creating these showstopper buns. Gather your loved ones and make sweet memories in the kitchen as you savor each gooey bite of these delightful baked goods.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup milk
  • 3/4 cup (1 + 1/2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
  • 2 eggs
  • 4 cups (550g) bread flour
  • 1 tbsp (10g) instant dry yeast
  • 1/4 cup (50g) granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup (200g) light brown sugar, packed
  • 2 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
  • Powdered sugar (for topping)

Instructions

  1. Warm your milk until it's just warm to the touch. In a mixing bowl, combine warm milk, softened butter, eggs, sugar, yeast, flour, and salt to form a soft dough. Knead gently until smooth.
  2. Cover the dough and let it rise in a warm place until doubled in size (about 1 hour).
  3. For the filling, mix softened butter with brown sugar and ground cinnamon.
  4. Punch down the risen dough and roll it out into a rectangle. Spread the filling evenly over the dough.
  5. Roll up tightly into a log shape, slice lengthwise, and twist to create a braid.
  6. Place on a baking sheet, brush with beaten egg, and allow to rise again briefly before baking at 350°F (175°C) for about 20 minutes until golden brown.
  7. Let cool slightly before dusting with powdered sugar.

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