Coconut Honey Buns Recipe

Name: Coconut Honey Buns
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: FOR THE DOUGH:; 1/3 cups Very Warm Water; 1 teaspoon Sugar; 2 Tablespoons Active Dry Yeast; 1/3 cups Sugar; 1/2 teaspoons Salt; 3 Tablespoons Canola Oil; 1/4 cups Boiling Water; 1 whole Egg, Beaten; 2-1/4 cups Flour; Extra Flour For Kneading; FOR THE FILLING:; 3 cups Sweetened Shredded Coconut; 3 Tablespoons Sugar; 1/4 cups Melted Butter; 2 whole Egg Yolks; FOR THE EGG WASH:; 1 whole Egg, Beaten; 1 Tablespoon Water; FOR THE HONEY GLAZE:; 1 Tablespoon Honey; 1 Tablespoon Warm Water

Servings: persons

FOR THE DOUGH:
1/3 cups Very Warm Water
1 teaspoon Sugar
2 Tablespoons Active Dry Yeast
1/3 cups Sugar
1/2 teaspoons Salt
3 Tablespoons Canola Oil
1/4 cups Boiling Water
1 whole Egg, Beaten
2-1/4 cups Flour
Extra Flour For Kneading
FOR THE FILLING:
3 cups Sweetened Shredded Coconut
3 Tablespoons Sugar
1/4 cups Melted Butter
2 whole Egg Yolks
FOR THE EGG WASH:
1 whole Egg, Beaten
1 Tablespoon Water
FOR THE HONEY GLAZE:
1 Tablespoon Honey
1 Tablespoon Warm Water

1
For the dough:
2
In a small bowl, mix together the warm water and the 1 teaspoon of sugar until the sugar is dissolved. Sprinkle the yeast on top and set aside in a warm place for 10 minutes.
3
In a large bowl, mix together 1/3 cup sugar, salt and oil. Add the boiling water and stir until the sugar is completely dissolved. Stir in the beaten egg and the yeast mixture. Slowly stir in the flour until you get a soft dough. Remove from the bowl to a floured surface and begin kneading. Knead for 10 minutes or until the dough becomes soft and elastic.
4
Transfer dough to a greased bowl and cover with a tea towel. Place in a warm spot and let the dough rise until doubled, about 2 hours.
5
For the filling:
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In a food processor or blender, add the coconut and sugar and blend until very fine. Remove to a bowl and mix in the melted butter and the egg yolks.
7
To fill and bake the buns:
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Punch down the dough and then cut into 12 equal pieces. Using your hands, roll and stretch out each piece of the dough until each is a 5 x 3-inch oblong shape.
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Spoon about 1 1/2 tablespoons of filling in the center of each piece of dough. Fold up the short ends of the dough and then fold in the long sides and pinch to seal. Set on a greased baking sheet. Repeat with remaining buns and filling. Again, cover with a tea towel and let rise in a warm spot for 1 1/2 hours.
10
Preheat your oven to 350 F.
11
In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and water for the egg wash. Brush the top of each bun with egg wash. Bake at 350 F for 15 minutes until nice and golden.
12
As soon as you take them out of the oven, mix together the honey and water in a small bowl and brush this over each bun.
13
Eat them warm or let them cool and eat them at room temperature.

783

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 22 ingredients. The key ingredients include: FOR THE DOUGH:, 1/3 cups Very Warm Water, 1 teaspoon Sugar, 2 Tablespoons Active Dry Yeast, and more.

Yes, Coconut Honey Buns falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Coconut Honey Buns

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