Golden Tea Buns (Sally Lunn Bunns)

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 0

Delicious Golden Tea Buns recipe for breakfast or afternoon tea

by The Chefin Bread

Prep

20 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

2 hours 45 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

306

Sugar

Fat

18g

Golden Tea Buns, also known as Sally Lunn Buns, are a classic British recipe that has been enjoyed for centuries. These soft and fluffy buns are perfect for breakfast or afternoon tea and have a rich history dating back to the 1700s when they were first introduced by a woman named Sally Lunn in the city of Bath. Golden Tea Buns are easy to make and require only a few simple ingredients, making them a popular choice for home bakers around the world. The buns get their name from their beautifully golden color and their association with English tea culture, where they are often served alongside a steaming cup of tea or coffee.

Instructions

1.	In a small saucepan, heat the cream and unsalted butter over low heat, stirring until the butter is completely melted.
2.	Remove from heat and let cool until lukewarm.
3.	In a large bowl, sprinkle the yeast over 1/4 cup of warm water and let it sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
4.	Add sugar, salt, eggs, and lukewarm cream mixture to the bowl and whisk until well combined.
5.	Add all-purpose flour to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined to form a dough.
6.	Transfer the dough to a well-floured work surface and knead for 10 minutes.
7.	Cover the bowl with a damp cloth and let the dough rise in a warm spot for 2 hours until doubled in size.
8.	Preheat the oven to 350F (180C).
9.	Grease a baking dish and shape the dough into buns.
10.	Place the buns inside the baking dish and let them rise again for 30 minutes.
11.	Bake the buns for 20-25 minutes until golden brown on top and fully cooked inside.

PROS

Golden Tea Buns are soft and fluffy on the inside with a golden crust on the outside.
They are perfect for breakfast or afternoon tea and can be served with jam, butter, or honey.

This recipe is easy to make and requires minimal preparation.

CONS

These buns are high in calories and contain a significant amount of fat due to the heavy cream and unsalted butter.

They should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Although these buns are not particularly healthy, they can provide some benefits when consumed in moderation.
The eggs in this recipe are a good source of protein, while the all-purpose flour contains a variety of essential nutrients such as B vitamins and iron.
However, it is important to limit the intake of heavy cream and butter due to their high-fat content.

	1 cup heavy cream
	1/2 cup unsalted butter , cut into pieces
	2 1/2 teaspoons active dry yeast
	1/3 cup sugar
	1 1/2 teaspoons salt
	4 large eggs
	3 3/4 cups all-purpose flour