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Traditional Scottish Baps or Buns

Delicious Traditional Scottish Baps Recipe for Perfect Buns

Delight in soft and fluffy traditional Scottish Baps, perfect as a versatile side or snack.
Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Rising Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 buns
Course: Breakfast
Cuisine: Scottish
Calories: 150

Ingredients
  

  • 500 g strong white bread flour
  • 7 g instant yeast
  • 10 g salt
  • 30 g sugar
  • 300 ml milk warmed
  • 50 g butter melted
  • sesame seeds to taste
  • flour to dust

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking tray
  • Parchment paper
  • Oven

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the strong white bread flour, instant yeast, salt, and sugar.
  2. Warm the milk and butter together until the butter is melted, then let cool slightly.
  3. Add the milk mixture to the dry ingredients and mix until a dough forms.
  4. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  5. Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover, and let it rise for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
  6. Punch down the dough and divide it into equal portions. Shape each portion into a bun.
  7. Place the buns on a baking tray lined with parchment paper, cover, and let them rise for another 30 minutes.
  8. Preheat the oven to 200°C (400°F).
  9. Optional: Brush the tops of the buns with milk and sprinkle sesame seeds on top.
  10. Bake for 15-20 minutes or until the buns are golden brown.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bunCalories: 150kcalCarbohydrates: 25gProtein: 4gFat: 5g

Notes

These buns are best served warm and can be customized with add-ins like herbs or cheese for extra flavor.

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