Description
Soft, buttery, and packed with rich garlic flavor, these homemade Garlic Butter Buns are perfect as a side dish or a snack! They’re easy to make and irresistibly delicious.
Ingredients
For the Dough:
- Bread flour
- Active dry yeast
- Warm milk
- Sugar
- Butter
- Egg
- Salt
For the Garlic Butter Topping:
- Butter
- Fresh garlic (minced)
- Parsley (chopped)
(Full ingredient quantities and measurements in the instructions below.)
Instructions
1. Prepare the Dough
- In a small bowl, combine warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
- In a large mixing bowl, whisk together bread flour and salt.
- Add the yeast mixture, melted butter, and a beaten egg into the flour. Mix until the dough comes together.
2. Knead the Dough
- Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- If using a stand mixer, knead with a dough hook for 5-7 minutes on medium speed.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover it with a cloth, and let it rise for 1-2 hours until doubled in size.
3. Shape and Second Rise
- Punch down the dough and divide it into equal portions.
- Roll each piece into a ball and place them on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Cover and let them rise again for 30-45 minutes until puffy.
4. Make the Garlic Butter
- In a small pan, melt butter over low heat.
- Add minced garlic and sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
- Stir in chopped parsley and set aside.
5. Bake the Buns
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Brush the buns with egg wash and bake for 15-18 minutes until golden brown.
- Remove from the oven and immediately brush with the garlic butter mixture.
6. Serve & Enjoy
Let the buns cool slightly before serving. Best enjoyed warm!
Notes
- Make it extra soft: Use bread flour for the best texture.
- For a deeper flavor: Try roasting the garlic before adding it to the butter.
- Storing: Keep in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 5 minutes.
- Freezing: Freeze shaped dough balls before baking. Thaw and bake fresh!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 18 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: international
Nutrition
- Calories: 210 kcal
- Sodium: 290mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
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