The Best Swedish Cinnamon Buns (Kanelbullar) - Fluffy & Low-Sugar Delight
Servings: 12 buns
Calories: 180kcal
Discover the magic of Swedish Cinnamon Buns (Kanelbullar) with this low-sugar, fluffy delight that's perfect for any occasion.
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Equipment
- mixing bowl
- Whisk
- Rolling Pin
- Oven
- Muffin Tray
Ingredients
For the Dough
- 500 g Flour All-purpose or bread flour
- 250 ml Warm Milk No hotter than 37°C (95°F)
- 100 g White Sugar Can be substituted with coconut sugar
- 90 g Unsalted Butter Use non-dairy butter for vegan option
- 25 g Fresh Yeast Can substitute with about 8 g of active dry yeast
- 1 large Egg Use a flax egg for vegan version
- 1 pinch Salt
For the Filling
- 90 g Butter Base for filling
- 90 g Brown Sugar Can reduce for less sweetness
- 3 tablespoon Cinnamon Powder Adjust to taste
- 0.5 tablespoon Cardamom Powder Optional
For the Topping
- Pearl Sugar Coarse sugar is a substitute
Instructions
Preparation
- Heat your milk gently until warm, combine with yeast, sugar, and salt, whisk until frothy.
- In a bowl, combine flour and softened butter, then gradually add the yeast mixture until smooth. Let rest covered for 30 minutes.
- Mix filling ingredients in a bowl until smooth.
- Roll dough into a square, spread filling evenly.
- Fold dough, cut into 12 strips, twist each strip, and curl into a knot. Place in a greased muffin tray and let rise for 15 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 200°C (400°F). Brush knots with egg wash, sprinkle with pearl sugar, and bake for 15 minutes until golden brown.
Notes
These buns are best served warm. Enjoy with coffee for a delightful experience.
Nutrition
Serving: 1bun | Calories: 180kcal | Carbohydrates: 25g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 4g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.5g | Monounsaturated Fat: 2.5g | Cholesterol: 20mg | Sodium: 150mg | Potassium: 90mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 8g | Vitamin A: 200IU | Calcium: 60mg | Iron: 1mg