Heavenly Homemade Spiral Buns with Blueberry Jam Filling: A Treat for the Senses

Experience the joy of baking with these heavenly homemade spiral buns, filled with a delightful homemade blueberry jam that adds a burst of sweetness and tanginess with every bite. These buns are soft, fluffy, and perfect for any occasion, offering a delectable treat that pairs excellently with your morning coffee or as a sweet snack throughout the day.

Why You’ll Love This: The homemade blueberry jam filling is the star of this recipe, providing a fresh, fruity flavor that complements the soft texture of the buns beautifully. The process of making these buns is as rewarding as eating them, filling your kitchen with the irresistible aroma of freshly baked bread and sweet blueberries.

Perfect Occasion: These spiral buns are perfect for brunches, afternoon teas, or as a comforting treat to brighten up a weekend. They’re also fantastic for sharing at gatherings, potlucks, or even packing as a special lunchbox surprise for loved ones.

Decoration Tips: To make these buns even more appealing, you can sprinkle them with powdered sugar or drizzle with a simple glaze after they cool. For a festive touch, garnish with fresh blueberries and mint leaves before serving.

Ingredients:

• 2 cups all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup lukewarm milk
• 2 tbsp sugar
• 1 tsp dry yeast
• 1 large egg, beaten
• 3 tbsp softened butter
• A pinch of salt
• 1 egg yolk for brushing

For the Blueberry Jam:

• 9 oz fresh blueberries
• 1/2 cup sugar
• Juice of half a lemon
• 1 tsp vanilla extract (optional)

Instructions:

1. Prepare the blueberry jam by rinsing the blueberries and placing them in a saucepan with sugar and lemon juice. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 10-15 minutes until thickened. Add vanilla extract if desired. Let the jam cool.
2. For the dough, mix flour and yeast in a large bowl. Add sugar and salt. Create a well in the center, then add the beaten egg, milk, and butter. Knead into a smooth dough.
3. Let the dough rise covered in a warm place until it doubles in size, about 1 hour.
4. Once risen, roll the dough into a large rectangle on a floured surface. Spread the cooled jam evenly over the dough.
5. Cut the dough into strips and roll each strip into a spiral, ensuring the jam is visible.
6. Place the buns on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Let them rise, covered, for 20 minutes.
7. Preheat the oven to 356°F (180°C). Brush the buns with egg yolk.
8. Bake for 15-18 minutes until golden. Cool on a wire rack.

Enjoy these delicious spiral buns filled with homemade blueberry jam, a delightful treat that combines the joy of baking with the fresh flavors of fruit!