Bee Sting Buns
Indulge in the sweet and nutty delight of Bee Sting Buns, a beloved German-inspired treat that combines pillowy, golden-baked buns with a luscious cream filling and a mesmerizing honey-almond topping. Perfectly balanced between soft and crunchy textures, these buns are made with a rich, yeast-raised dough, filled with a creamy vanilla custard, and crowned with a caramelized glaze of honey, sugar, and toasted almonds. With just 30 minutes of prep time and a baked aroma that'll fill your kitchen with warmth, these buns are ideal for brunches, dessert spreads, or an indulgent afternoon snack. Treat yourself to a unique and unforgettable combination of flavors and textures with these show-stopping pastries! Keywords: Bee Sting Buns recipe, honey-almond topping, cream-filled buns, German pastry, easy baking recipe.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups All-purpose flour
- 0.33 cups Granulated sugar (for dough)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 2.25 teaspoons Instant yeast
- 1.25 cups Whole milk
- 6 tablespoons Unsalted butter (melted, for dough)
- 1 large Egg (for dough)
- 1 cup Heavy cream (for filling)
- 1 3.4-ounce package Vanilla pudding mix
- 1 cup Milk (for filling)
- 0.33 cups Honey
- 5 tablespoons Unsalted butter (for topping)
- 0.25 cups Sugar (for topping)
- 0.75 cups Sliced almonds
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract (for topping)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, salt, and yeast.
Heat the milk until lukewarm and add the melted butter. Whisk in the egg.
Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until a dough forms.
Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 8 minutes until smooth and elastic.
Place the dough into a lightly greased bowl, cover with plastic wrap or a towel, and let rise for 1 hour or until it doubles in size.
Punch down the risen dough and divide it into 12 equal portions. Roll each portion into a ball and arrange them on a greased or parchment-lined baking sheet.
Cover the shaped buns with a towel and let them rise for another 30 minutes.
While the buns are rising, prepare the topping by melting the butter in a saucepan over medium heat. Stir in the honey, sugar, and vanilla extract, and cook until the sugar dissolves. Stir in the sliced almonds and cook for another minute.
Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Brush the honey-almond mixture over the tops of the risen buns.
Bake the buns for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from oven and allow to cool completely.
To prepare the filling, whisk the heavy cream, milk, and pudding mix together until thick. Chill in the refrigerator for 10 minutes.
Once the buns have cooled, slice them horizontally in half. Pipe or spoon the chilled filling onto the bottom half of each bun, then place the top halves back on.
Serve and enjoy your Bee Sting Buns!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2761 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 193.9 g | 249% | |
| Saturated Fat | 91.5 g | 458% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 559 mg | 186% | |
| Sodium | 3867 mg | 168% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 239.3 g | 87% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.6 g | 49% | |
| Total Sugars | 212.7 g | ||
| Protein | 38.1 g | 76% | |
| Vitamin D | 6.6 mcg | 33% | |
| Calcium | 743 mg | 57% | |
| Iron | 5.1 mg | 28% | |
| Potassium | 1374 mg | 29% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
