Imagine waking up to the most irresistible aroma of warm, gooey sticky buns fresh from the oven - packed with sweet raisins, crunchy hazelnuts, and a hint of cinnamon that will make your taste buds dance with joy! These homemade Raisin Hazelnut Sticky Buns are not just a recipe; they're a morning experience that transforms an ordinary breakfast into an extraordinary culinary adventure. Whether you're a baking novice or a seasoned pro, these sticky buns will become your new weekend obsession.
Prep Time: 15 mins
Cook Time: 30 mins
Total Time: 45 mins
Cuisine: American
Serves: 12 buns
Ingredients
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/4 cup butter, softened
- 1 cup milk
- 1 packet active dry yeast
- 1/2 cup raisins
- 1/2 cup hazelnuts, chopped
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, dissolve the active dry yeast in warm milk (around 110°F) and let it sit for 5-7 minutes until it becomes frothy and activates.
- Add softened butter, sugar, and 1 cup of flour to the yeast mixture. Mix thoroughly using an electric mixer or wooden spoon until the ingredients are well combined and smooth.
- Gradually incorporate the remaining flour, mixing until a soft, slightly sticky dough forms. Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 7-8 minutes until it becomes elastic and smooth.
- Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm, draft-free area for approximately 1 hour or until the dough has doubled in size.
- After rising, punch down the dough and roll it out on a floured surface into a large rectangular shape, approximately 12x16 inches.
- Sprinkle the rolled dough with cinnamon, chopped hazelnuts, and raisins, ensuring even distribution across the surface.
- Carefully roll the dough from the long side, creating a tight log, then slice into 12 equal rounds using a sharp knife.
- Arrange the rounds in a greased 9x13 inch baking pan, leaving a small space between each bun to allow for expansion.
- Cover the buns and let them rise again for an additional 30 minutes in a warm location until they become puffy.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) during the final rising period.
- Bake the sticky buns for 25-30 minutes, or until they turn golden brown and sound hollow when tapped.
- Remove from the oven and let cool for 10 minutes before serving. Optional: Drizzle with a simple glaze made from powdered sugar and milk for extra sweetness.
Tips
- Yeast Temperature Matters: Always use warm (not hot) milk around 110°F to activate the yeast perfectly without killing it.
- Knead with Patience: Take your time kneading the dough to develop gluten, which creates that perfect soft and stretchy texture.
- Rising is Crucial: Find a warm, draft-free spot in your kitchen for dough rising - near a preheating oven works great.
- Don't Overcrowd: Leave some space between buns in the pan to allow for proper expansion and even baking.
- Check Doneness: Golden brown color and a hollow sound when tapped are your indicators of perfectly baked buns.
- Optional Glaze Hack: For extra indulgence, prepare a simple powdered sugar and milk glaze to drizzle on top while the buns are still warm.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 250kcal
Carbohydrates: 35g
Protein: 5g
Fat: 12g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Cholesterol: 20mg
