Experience the warm embrace of homemade buns, a delightful assortment of hugged buns filled with juicy berries and sweet jam. These buns, also known as buchty or drożdżówki, are the epitome of comfort baking, boasting an incredibly soft, fluffy texture that will fill your home with a mouthwatering aroma. Whether you choose to savor them plain or stuffed with your favorite fillings, these buns are sure to become a cherished treat.
Why You’ll Love This: There’s something truly special about the simplicity and versatility of these hugged buns. The dough is a pleasure to work with, rising beautifully to create a soft canvas for any filling you desire, from fresh or frozen berries to rich jams and even chocolate. The joy of biting into a freshly baked, gently sweet bun, with its surprise filling, is an experience worth savoring.
Perfect Occasion: Ideal for a lazy Sunday morning, a cozy family breakfast, or as a sweet addition to your afternoon tea. These buns are also perfect for baking with children, offering a fun and interactive kitchen activity with delicious rewards.
Decoration Tips: Dust the cooled buns with powdered sugar for a classic, elegant finish. For a festive touch, you can drizzle them with a simple icing or garnish with fresh berries or mint leaves when serving. Displaying them on a beautiful platter or in a rustic basket enhances their homemade charm.
Recipe:
Yeast Dough:
- Dissolve 20g of yeast in 250ml of warm milk with 1 tablespoon of sugar and 2 tablespoons of all-purpose flour. Let it sit to activate the yeast.
- Sift 500g of flour into a mixing bowl. Add 2 eggs, 50g of sugar, the yeast mixture, and 50g of slightly cooled, melted butter. Knead with a dough hook until smooth. Cover and let rise in a warm place for about 1 hour.
Filling:
- Toss 1 cup of frozen berries with 1 teaspoon of cornstarch.
Assembly:
- After rising, punch down the dough and divide into 9-12 pieces. Flatten each piece, add a spoonful of berries or jam, and seal the edges. Place on a parchment-lined 25×25 cm baking tray, seam-side down.
Baking:
- Brush the buns with 2 tablespoons of cooled, melted butter. Cover and let rest for 15-20 minutes. Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (356°F) until golden, about 25-30 minutes.
Serving:
- Dust with powdered sugar once cooled, though the temptation to enjoy them warm is all too real!
Indulge in the making and baking of these hugged buns with berries and jam, a delightful project that promises to wrap your senses in the warmth and joy of home baking. Enjoy the soft, fluffy texture and the burst of sweet filling with every bite.
