The Secret to Ultra-Fluffy Bread: Easy Buttery Pan Buns Recipe (No Oven Needed!) | Culinary Compass

Описание: Welcome back to Culinary Compass! Are you searching for an incredibly easy bread recipe that delivers maximum flavor and fluffiness without ever needing to turn on your oven? Today, we reveal the professional cooking techniques required to make delicious Buttery Pan Buns (or flatbreads).

This tutorial emphasizes crucial fundamentals, starting with effective yeast activation using warm milk and water. We detail the importance of kneading—a critical part of culinary education—to develop a smooth, cohesive dough. Achieving a good knead (3-4 minutes on the counter) is the secret to a soft, perfect baked good. Learn the correct ratios (5 cups of flour total) and how to adjust based on flour type, ensuring your dough is neither too sticky nor too dense.

The final steps involve portioning the dough, incorporating softened butter into the rounds, and crucial tray-proofing (resting for 20 minutes) to achieve that signature puffiness. We guide you on cooking these gems slowly over low heat on a hot pan, ensuring they are cooked through to the center while staying incredibly tender. This simple recipe promotes healthy living by using fresh, basic ingredients.

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FULL BUTTERY PAN BUNS RECIPE
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INGREDIENTS:
1 packet Instant Yeast
2 teaspoons Granulated Sugar
1 cup Warm Water
1 cup Warm Milk
1/4 cup Oil (less than half a tea glass)
5 cups All-Purpose Flour (approximate, add gradually)
1 teaspoon Salt
Softened Butter or Margarine (for filling and brushing)

INSTRUCTIONS:
1. Activate Yeast: Combine yeast, sugar, warm water, and warm milk. Stir and let rest 4-5 minutes until frothy.
2. Mix Dough: Add oil, then gradually add flour and salt. Mix until thick, then transfer to a counter.
3. Knead: Knead thoroughly for 3-4 minutes until the dough is smooth and cohesive.
4. First Proof: Place dough back in a bowl, cover, and let rise for 30 minutes to 1 hour until doubled in size.
5. Divide and Shape: Degas the dough. Divide into 8 or 9 pieces. Roll out each piece slightly, fold/roll back up, and fill/brush with softened butter.
6. Tray Proof: Let the shaped breads rest on the pan/tray for 15-20 minutes.
7. Cook: Cook on a hot pan over low heat, flipping frequently until golden brown and cooked through. Brush with butter while cooking, if desired.