Garlic buns are a savory delight, perfect for any meal or as a standalone snack. These soft, fluffy buns are infused with the rich, aromatic flavor of garlic, often complemented by a touch of butter and herbs. Whether served alongside pasta, soup, or enjoyed on their own, garlic buns are a crowd-pleaser, offering a burst of flavor with every bite. Their golden-brown exterior and soft interior make them a versatile and irresistible addition to any table, ideal for both casual dinners and festive gatherings.
Ingredients:
For the Dough:
- 400 g (3¼ cups) all-purpose flour
- 50 g (1/4 cup) sugar
- 1 cup lukewarm milk
- 5 g (1 tsp) salt
- 7 g dry yeast
- 55 g (1/4 cup) butter
- 1 large egg
- 8 g (1 tbsp) minced garlic
For the Garlic Butter:
- 55 g (1/3 cup) salted butter, melted
- 8 g (1 tbsp) minced garlic
- 1 g (2 tsp) dried parsley
Instructions:
- Prepare the Dough:
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, salt, and instant yeast. Mix well.
- Add the lukewarm milk and egg to the dry ingredients.
- Knead the dough with a mixer for 5 minutes. Cover with a towel and let it rest for 20 minutes.
- After resting, add the softened butter and minced garlic. Continue to knead until the dough becomes elastic.
- First Rise:
- Transfer the dough to a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Shape the Dough:
- Transfer the dough to a work surface and shape it into a square.
- Divide the dough into 25 pieces and roll each piece into a ball. Cover and let rest for 15 minutes.
- Tuck in the edges of each dough ball and place them in a greased mold. Cover and let rise for another 30 minutes.
- Prepare Garlic Butter:
- In a small bowl, combine the minced garlic, dried parsley, and melted butter. Mix well.
- Bake:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Brush the tops of the risen rolls with the garlic butter.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-17 minutes or until golden brown.
- When the rolls are still warm, brush them with a little more garlic butter.
- Serve:
- Serve the garlic buns warm and enjoy!
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Garlic buns
Garlic buns are a savory delight, perfect for any meal or as a standalone snack. These soft, fluffy buns are infused with the rich, aromatic flavor of garlic, often complemented by a touch of butter and herbs. Whether served alongside pasta, soup, or enjoyed on their own, garlic buns are a crowd-pleaser, offering a burst of flavor with every bite. Their golden-brown exterior and soft interior make them a versatile and irresistible addition to any table, ideal for both casual dinners and festive gatherings.
Ingredients
For the Dough:
- 400 g 3¼ cups all-purpose flour
- 50 g 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 cup lukewarm milk
- 5 g 1 tsp salt
- 7 g dry yeast
- 55 g 1/4 cup butter
- 1 large egg
- 8 g 1 tbsp minced garlic
For the Garlic Butter:
- 55 g 1/3 cup salted butter, melted
- 8 g 1 tbsp minced garlic
- 1 g 2 tsp dried parsley
Instructions
Prepare the Dough:
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, salt, and instant yeast. Mix well.
- Add the lukewarm milk and egg to the dry ingredients.
- Knead the dough with a mixer for 5 minutes. Cover with a towel and let it rest for 20 minutes.
- After resting, add the softened butter and minced garlic. Continue to knead until the dough becomes elastic.
First Rise:
- Transfer the dough to a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Shape the Dough:
- Transfer the dough to a work surface and shape it into a square.
- Divide the dough into 25 pieces and roll each piece into a ball. Cover and let rest for 15 minutes.
- Tuck in the edges of each dough ball and place them in a greased mold. Cover and let rise for another 30 minutes.
Prepare Garlic Butter:
- In a small bowl, combine the minced garlic, dried parsley, and melted butter. Mix well.
Bake:
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Brush the tops of the risen rolls with the garlic butter.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 15-17 minutes or until golden brown.
- When the rolls are still warm, brush them with a little more garlic butter.
Serve:
- Serve the garlic buns warm and enjoy!