English Batter Buns
Soft, airy, and irresistibly golden, English Batter Buns are a delightful twist on traditional bread rolls, perfect for your next baking adventure. Made with simple pantry staples like all-purpose flour, warm milk, and melted butter, these light-as-a-cloud buns come together with a yeast-based batter that requires no kneading—ideal for beginner bakers or anyone short on time. Baked in a muffin tin to yield perfectly portioned, pillowy rolls, they’re a versatile addition to any meal. Serve them warm, slathered with butter, jam, or honey, or enjoy them as a side with soups and salads. With minimal prep and a satisfying rise, these buns are your go-to for effortless homemade bread that looks and tastes bakery-fresh. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or dinner, English Batter Buns are sure to become a household favorite!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3.5 cups All-purpose flour
- 2.25 teaspoons Active dry yeast
- 2 tablespoons Sugar
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter, melted
- 1.25 cups Milk, warm (about 110°F)
- 1 Egg, beaten
- 1 tablespoon Vegetable oil or melted butter (for greasing)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the warm milk and sugar. Sprinkle the active dry yeast over the mixture and let it sit for 5-10 minutes until the surface becomes frothy, indicating the yeast is activated.
Gradually stir in the melted butter, beaten egg, salt, and 1 cup of the all-purpose flour. Mix well with a wooden spoon or a dough whisk until smooth.
Add the remaining flour (a bit at a time) and continue to stir until the batter is thick and smooth. The mixture should still be slightly sticky but manageable.
Cover the bowl with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap and let the batter rise in a warm place for 1 to 1.5 hours, or until it has doubled in size.
Once risen, grease a 12-cup muffin tin with vegetable oil or melted butter. Using a spoon, scoop portions of the batter evenly into each muffin cup, filling them about halfway or slightly more.
Cover the filled muffin tin loosely with the kitchen towel again and let the buns rise for another 30 minutes in a warm spot.
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) during the second rise.
Once the batter buns have risen, place the muffin tin in the preheated oven and bake for 18-20 minutes, or until the tops are golden brown.
Carefully remove the buns from the muffin tin and let them cool on a wire rack for 5-10 minutes before serving.
Serve warm with butter, jam, or your desired toppings. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2403 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 75.8 g | 97% | |
| Saturated Fat | 37.2 g | 186% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 334 mg | 111% | |
| Sodium | 2568 mg | 112% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 364.4 g | 133% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.8 g | 46% | |
| Total Sugars | 41.1 g | ||
| Protein | 62.6 g | 125% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.9 mcg | 24% | |
| Calcium | 481 mg | 37% | |
| Iron | 20.9 mg | 116% | |
| Potassium | 1132 mg | 24% | |
*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.
