Cream Cheese Breakfast Buns
Start your morning on a deliciously indulgent note with these Cream Cheese Breakfast Buns, a delightful pairing of fluffy, golden dough and rich, creamy filling. Perfectly sweetened and lightly tangy thanks to the velvety cream cheese mixture, these homemade buns strike a harmonious balance of textures and flavors. With a simple yeast dough and a heavenly cream cheese center, these buns are easy enough for beginners yet impressive enough for a brunch centerpiece. Soft, pillowy, and ready in under two hours, they’re the ultimate comfort food to pair with your favorite cup of coffee. Serve them warm with a dusting of powdered sugar for a bakery-style treat that will make every breakfast feel special!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 0.25 cup Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 2.25 teaspoons Instant yeast
- 1 cup Whole milk
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 1 whole Large egg
- 8 ounces Cream cheese
- 0.5 cup Powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 1 whole Egg yolk
- 1 tablespoon Water
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, sugar, salt, and instant yeast.
In a small saucepan over low heat, warm the milk and butter until the butter is melted. Ensure the mixture is warm but not hot (about 110°F).
Add the milk mixture and the egg to the dry ingredients. Mix until a sticky dough forms.
Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 8-10 minutes, or until smooth and elastic. Alternatively, use a stand mixer with a dough hook for about 5-7 minutes.
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let it rise in a warm place for 1-1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
While the dough is rising, prepare the cream cheese filling. In a medium bowl, beat the softened cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract with a hand mixer until smooth and creamy. Set aside.
Punch down the dough and divide it into 12 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a smooth ball and arrange them on a parchment-lined baking sheet, spaced evenly apart.
Using the back of a spoon or your fingers, press a deep well into the center of each ball. Fill each well with a heaping tablespoon of the cream cheese filling.
In a small bowl, whisk the egg yolk with the water to make an egg wash. Brush the egg wash over the exposed parts of the dough.
Cover the buns loosely with plastic wrap and let them rise for another 30 minutes.
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
Bake the buns for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and puffed. Allow them to cool slightly before serving.
Optional: Dust the buns with powdered sugar before serving for an extra touch of sweetness.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3463 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 147.5 g | 189% | |
| Saturated Fat | 82.2 g | 411% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.6 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 753 mg | 251% | |
| Sodium | 3262 mg | 142% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 458.7 g | 167% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.4 g | 48% | |
| Total Sugars | 131.3 g | ||
| Protein | 77.7 g | 155% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.2 mcg | 21% | |
| Calcium | 643 mg | 49% | |
| Iron | 21.5 mg | 119% | |
| Potassium | 1304 mg | 28% | |
*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.
