Niederrheinische Sttchen Lower Rhenish Sweet Buns
Indulge in the pillowy delight of Niederrheinische Stütchen, traditional Lower Rhenish sweet buns that effortlessly blend simplicity and charm. These golden-brown, lightly sweetened buns are made with a combination of all-purpose flour, creamy milk, rich butter, and a hint of vanilla sugar, creating a soft texture that's perfect for breakfast or tea time. The dough is kneaded until smooth, then left to rise, ensuring a wonderfully airy interior. Baked to perfection in just 15 minutes, these treats can be enjoyed plain or topped with a dusting of powdered sugar for a touch of sweetness. Pair them with butter, jam, or honey for a truly comforting and authentic German baker’s delight. Whether you're exploring German cuisine or searching for an easy yet satisfying baking project, these delightful sweet buns are sure to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 g All-purpose flour
- 50 g Sugar
- 10 g Active dry yeast
- 250 ml Milk
- 50 g Butter
- 1 large Egg
- 10 g Vanilla sugar
- 1 tsp Salt
- 20 g Powdered sugar (optional, for dusting)
Instructions
Warm the milk in a small saucepan until lukewarm, about 37°C (98°F). Be careful not to overheat it.
In a small bowl, dissolve the active dry yeast in the lukewarm milk. Add 1 teaspoon of sugar and let it sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, sugar, vanilla sugar, and salt.
Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour in the frothy milk-yeast mixture, the egg, and the softened butter.
Using your hands or a stand mixer with a dough hook, combine the ingredients until it forms a smooth and elastic dough, which should take 8-10 minutes of kneading.
Cover the bowl with a damp cloth or plastic wrap and let the dough rise in a warm place for about 1-1.5 hours, or until it has doubled in volume.
Once the dough has risen, punch it down gently and transfer it onto a lightly floured surface.
Divide the dough into 8 equal pieces and shape each piece into a round bun.
Place the buns on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, leaving enough space between them to allow for spreading.
Cover the buns with a clean kitchen towel and let them rise again for 30 minutes.
Preheat your oven to 200°C (390°F).
Bake the buns in the preheated oven for 12-15 minutes, or until they are golden brown.
Remove the buns from the oven and let them cool slightly on a wire rack.
If desired, dust the cooled buns with powdered sugar before serving. Enjoy them fresh with butter, jam, or honey!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2773 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 59.9 g | 77% | |
| Saturated Fat | 28.8 g | 144% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 3.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 360 mg | 120% | |
| Sodium | 2846 mg | 124% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 478.2 g | 174% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.6 g | 56% | |
| Total Sugars | 94.0 g | ||
| Protein | 71.1 g | 142% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.4 mcg | 22% | |
| Calcium | 430 mg | 33% | |
| Iron | 24.6 mg | 137% | |
| Potassium | 1223 mg | 26% | |
*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.
