06/26/2026
Ingredients
For the Dough
* 4 cups (500 g) all-purpose flour
* 2¼ teaspoons (1 packet) active dry yeast
* ½ teaspoon salt
* 3 medium eggs
* ¼ cup (60 ml) homemade date syrup
* ¼ cup (60 g) unsalted butter, softened
* 1 cup (240 ml) warm milk (about 38–43°C / 100–110°F)
For Brushing
* 1 egg + 1 tablespoon milk (egg wash)
* Melted butter (optional, after baking)
Step 1: Activate the Yeast (if using active dry yeast)
In a bowl, combine:
* Warm milk
* Sugar
* Yeast
Stir and let it sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy.
If you’re using instant yeast, you can skip this step and mix it directly with the flour.
Step 2: Mix the Dough
In a large mixing bowl, combine:
* Flour
* Salt
Add:
* Egg
* Date syrup
* Butter
* Yeast mixture (or instant yeast with warm milk)
Step 3: Knead by Hand (10–15 Minutes)
Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface.
How to Knead
1. Push the dough away from you using the heel of your palm.
2. Fold it back toward yourself.
3. Turn the dough about a quarter turn.
4. Repeat.
Continue kneading for 10–15 minutes.
The Dough is Ready When:
* Smooth
* Soft
* Elastic
* Slightly tacky but not sticky
Step 4: First Rise
Lightly grease a bowl.
Place the dough inside.
Cover with:
* Plastic wrap
* Damp towel
Let it rise for 1–1½ hours, or until doubled in size.
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Step 5: Punch Down
Press gently to release the air.
Turn onto a clean surface.
Step 6: Divide
Cut into 12 equal pieces (about 70–75 g each).
Roll each into a smooth ball.
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Step 7: Shape
Place the dough balls into a greased baking pan, leaving a little space between them.
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Step 8: Second Rise
Cover again.
Allow to rise for 30–45 minutes until puffy.
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Step 9: Brush
Brush each bun with the egg wash.
This creates a beautiful golden finish.
Step 10: Bake
Bake in a preheated oven at:
350°F (180°C)
for 18–22 minutes, or until golden brown.
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Step 11: Brush with Butter
Immediately after baking, brush the tops with melted butter.
This keeps the buns extra soft and gives them a lovely shine.
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Step 12: Serve
Enjoy warm with:
* Homemade date syrup
* Butter
* Peanut butter
* Cream cheese
* Jam
* Tea or coffee
