Lemon Frosted Golden Raisin Buns
Soft, pillowy, and bursting with flavor, Lemon Frosted Golden Raisin Buns are a delightful combination of fluffy yeast-raised dough, sweet golden raisins, and a tangy lemon glaze. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or a delectable treat with afternoon tea, these buns are made with simple ingredients like milk, eggs, and butter, ensuring a rich and tender crumb. The golden raisins add bursts of gentle sweetness, while the zesty lemon frosting draped over the warm buns provides a bright, citrusy finish that’s irresistibly refreshing. With just 20 minutes of prep time and a rewarding bake, these buns are a must-try for home bakers looking to elevate their pastry game. Serve these frosted buns fresh from the oven, and watch them disappear in moments!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups All-purpose flour
- 0.25 cups Granulated sugar
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 2.25 teaspoons Instant yeast
- 1 cups Milk
- 4 tablespoons Unsalted butter
- 2 Eggs
- 0.75 cups Golden raisins
- 1.5 cups Powdered sugar
- 3 tablespoons Lemon juice
- 1 teaspoons Lemon zest
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, salt, and instant yeast.
In a small saucepan, heat the milk and unsalted butter over low heat until the butter is melted and the mixture is warm (but not hot to the touch).
Add the warm milk mixture and eggs to the dry ingredients and stir until a shaggy dough forms.
Knead the dough on a floured surface for 8–10 minutes or until smooth and elastic, adding golden raisins during the final 2 minutes of kneading.
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let rise in a warm place for 1–1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
Punch down the dough and divide it into 12 equal portions. Shape each portion into a round bun and place them on a greased or parchment-lined baking sheet, spaced slightly apart.
Cover the buns with a kitchen towel and allow them to rise again for 30–40 minutes until puffy.
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
Bake the buns for 15–18 minutes, or until golden brown on top.
While the buns cool slightly, prepare the lemon frosting by whisking together the powdered sugar, lemon juice, and lemon zest in a small bowl until smooth.
Drizzle the lemon frosting over the slightly warm buns, allowing it to set for a few minutes before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3264 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 67.2 g | 86% | |
| Saturated Fat | 35.0 g | 175% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 518 mg | 173% | |
| Sodium | 1467 mg | 64% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 616.1 g | 224% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 16.6 g | 59% | |
| Total Sugars | 319.1 g | ||
| Protein | 65.3 g | 131% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.7 mcg | 24% | |
| Calcium | 508 mg | 39% | |
| Iron | 21.6 mg | 120% | |
| Potassium | 1927 mg | 41% | |
*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.
