Saffron Bread Or Buns Recipe

Name: Saffron Bread Or Buns
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 c. boiling water; 1 (.025 oz.) pkg. saffron or more (if desired); 1 c. milk, scalded; 1/2 c. margarine; 1/2 c. warm water; 2 pkg. dry active yeast; 1 tsp. sugar; 2 eggs, beaten (at room temperature); 3/4 c. sugar; 1 tsp. salt; 6 to 8 c. flour; 1 c. raisins and/or candied mixed fruit (more can be added, if desired)

Servings: persons

1 c. boiling water
1 (.025 oz.) pkg. saffron or more (if desired)
1 c. milk, scalded
1/2 c. margarine
1/2 c. warm water
2 pkg. dry active yeast
1 tsp. sugar
2 eggs, beaten (at room temperature)
3/4 c. sugar
1 tsp. salt
6 to 8 c. flour
1 c. raisins and/or candied mixed fruit (more can be added, if desired)

1
Add saffron to boiling water.
2
Allow to steep for 8 to 12 hours.
3
Scald milk; add margarine, 3/4 cup sugar and salt.
4
Stir to melt margarine.
5
Allow to cool to lukewarm.
6
Measure warm water into a large bowl; add yeast to 1 teaspoon sugar.
7
Let set for 5 minutes or until foamy.
8
Add cooled milk mixture, steeped saffron and eggs to yeast mixture.
9
Mix well.
10
Add 3 cups flour; mix well. Add raisins and/or candied fruit that have been dredged with flour.
11
(Raisins will be soft if allowed to set in hot water for a few minutes.
12
Drain and dredge with flour.) Add remaining flour until dough is easy to handle.
13
Turn out onto lightly floured surface and knead until smooth and satiny.
14
Place in greased bowl, turning to grease top.
15
Let rise until double, about 1 hour. Punch down.
16
Form into loaves or buns; put into greased pans.
17
Let rise until double.
18
Bake at 350u00b0 for 25 to 35 minutes.
19
The time will vary depending on size of loaf pan and whether loaves or buns.

1363

kcal

Calories

Fat

164

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 c. boiling water, 1 (.025 oz.) pkg. saffron or more (if desired), 1 c. milk, scalded, 1/2 c. margarine, and more.

Yes, Saffron Bread Or Buns falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Saffron Bread Or Buns

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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