Description
Soft, sweet, and irresistibly sticky, these Classic Homemade Honey Buns are the perfect indulgence for any time of day. Whether you’re looking for a quick breakfast, a brunch treat, or a comforting snack, this easy recipe delivers all the nostalgic flavors you love. With tender dough spiraled with cinnamon sugar and coated in a glossy honey glaze, these buns are perfect for your list of breakfast ideas, dessert food ideas, or easy dinner treats. Baked from scratch using simple ingredients, they’re freezer-friendly, customizable, and guaranteed to disappear fast.
Ingredients
3 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast
1/2 cup warm whole milk
1/4 cup granulated sugar
1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 large eggs
1/3 cup brown sugar
1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
2 tablespoons unsalted butter, softened
1/3 cup honey
1 cup powdered sugar
1 tablespoon milk
1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
1. In a small bowl, mix warm milk, a pinch of sugar, and yeast. Let sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
2. In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, and salt. Add melted butter, eggs, and the yeast mixture. Mix until dough forms.
3. Knead for 8–10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
4. Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise 1 to 1.5 hours until doubled.
5. Mix brown sugar and cinnamon for the filling; keep softened butter ready.
6. Roll dough into a rectangle about 1/4 inch thick.
7. Spread butter, then cinnamon-sugar mix evenly over the dough.
8. Roll dough tightly from the long side. Slice into 8–10 rolls and gently flatten each one.
9. Place rolls on a lined baking sheet or dish. Let rise again for 30–45 minutes.
10. Preheat oven to 350°F. Bake for 18–22 minutes until golden brown.
11. Mix glaze ingredients until smooth. Glaze buns immediately after baking.
12. Cool slightly and serve warm.
Notes
Use warm milk around 110°F—anything hotter may kill the yeast.
For extra gooey texture, slightly underbake and finish in a hot oven before serving.
Add orange zest or maple syrup to the glaze for a personalized touch.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bun
- Calories: 310
- Sugar: 22g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 49g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 55mg