Saffron Buns

Name: Saffron Buns
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 dry yeast; 1/2 c. warm water; 1 Tbsp. sugar; 1/2 c. flour; 1/8 oz. saffron; 1 c. water; 9 1/2 c. flour; 2 c. sugar; 1 tsp. salt; 1 1/2 c. shortening; 1 pkg. currants or raisins; 1 tsp. nutmeg; water to make soft dough

Eats Now Editorial Team · 2663 kcal · General

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Saffron Buns – a delicious recipe with yeast, warm water, sugar, flour, saffron, water. Easy to follow and perfect for any occasion.

Serves 4 General

Servings: persons

2 dry yeast
1/2 c. warm water
1 Tbsp. sugar
1/2 c. flour
1/8 oz. saffron
1 c. water
9 1/2 c. flour
2 c. sugar
1 tsp. salt
1 1/2 c. shortening
1 pkg. currants or raisins
1 tsp. nutmeg
water to make soft dough

1
Dissolve yeast in 1/2 cup warm water; add sugar and 1/2 cup flour and let rise.
2
Put saffron in 1 cup water; simmer and cool to lukewarm.
3
Sift flour, 2 cups sugar and salt and cut in shortening.
4
Add currants and nutmeg.
5
Add saffron that has been cooled.
6
Add lukewarm water (at least 2 cups); let rise until double.
7
Form into buns; let rise.
8
All ingredients should be room temperature.
9
Bake at 350u00b0 for 25 to 30 minutes.

2663

kcal

Calories

Fat

580

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 dry yeast, 1/2 c. warm water, 1 Tbsp. sugar, 1/2 c. flour, and more.

Yes, Saffron 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.

Quick Info

Servings
4 servings
Calories
2663 kcal
Category
General

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