Soft and Fluffy Milk Buns – Bakery-Style Perfection!

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These ultra-light, buttery milk buns are so tender they practically melt in your mouth. Perfect for dinner rolls, sliders, or just eating warm with butter, they’re easy to make and smell heavenly while baking!

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

✅ Pillowy Soft – Like a cloud with a golden crust
✅ Simple Ingredients – No fancy techniques needed
✅ Great for Beginners – Foolproof dough every time
✅ Versatile – Use for sandwiches, burgers, or sweet rolls

Ingredients

For the Dough:

  • 3 ½ cups bread flour (or all-purpose flour)
  • ¼ cup granulated sugar
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 2 ¼ tsp instant yeast (1 packet)
  • 1 cup warm milk (110°F/45°C)
  • 1 large egg, room temperature
  • ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted

For the Topping:

  • 1 egg yolk + 1 tbsp milk (for egg wash)
  • Sesame seeds or melted butter (optional)

Step-by-Step Instructions

Step 1: Make the Dough

  1. In a bowl, whisk flour, sugar, salt, and yeast.
  2. Add warm milk, egg, and melted butter, mixing until a shaggy dough forms.
  3. Knead 8-10 minutes (by hand or mixer) until smooth and elastic.

Step 2: First Rise

  1. Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise 1-2 hours until doubled.

Step 3: Shape the Buns

  1. Divide dough into 12 equal pieces (or 16 for smaller rolls).
  2. Roll each into a smooth ball and place in a greased 9×13-inch pan (or spaced apart for crusty rolls).

Step 4: Second Rise & Bake

  1. Cover and let rise 30-45 minutes until puffy.
  2. Brush with egg wash and sprinkle with sesame seeds (if using).
  3. Bake at 350°F (175°C) for 20-25 minutes until golden.

Step 5: Serve Warm!

  1. Brush with melted butter for extra softness.
  2. Enjoy fresh from the oven!

Tips for the Best Milk Buns

🔹 Extra Fluffy? Use bread flour for a lighter texture.
🔹 Make Ahead – Refrigerate shaped dough overnight; bake in the morning.
🔹 Storage – Keep in an airtight bag for 2 days or freeze for 1 month.

Serving Suggestions

  • Slice for mini sandwiches or sliders.
  • Serve with soup, stew, or jam for breakfast.

Final Thoughts

These Soft and Fluffy Milk Buns are bakery-quality at home—golden, buttery, and impossible to resist!

Bake, share, and enjoy! 🥛🍞✨

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