Danish Breakfast Buns (Rundstykker)

From: https://foodandjourneys.net/danish-breakfast-buns-rundstykker/

Ingredients

  • 1 & 1/4 cups milk, warm
  • 1 & 1/2 teaspoons yeast
  • 2 & 1/2 cups flour
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 2 tablespoons butter, melted
  • 2 to 3 teaspoons poppy seeds
  • egg, beaten (for brushing)

Instructions

  1. Combine yeast with warm milk and set aside until foamy.
  2. Mix flour, sugar, and salt in a large bowl (or stand mixer bowl).
  3. Add the melted butter.
  4. Once the yeast is ready, pour the milk and yeast into the bowl.
  5. Mix, then knead until you get a smooth dough.
  6. Place the dough for the breakfast buns in an oiled bowl.
  7. Cover with a clean kitchen towel and set aside until it doubles — typically 60 to 90 minutes.
  8. Transfer the dough to a countertop and divide it into 12 parts.
  9. Form each portion into a ball, then place it on top of a baking tray lined with parchment paper — with enough distance in between.
  10. Cover with a kitchen towel and set aside until it puffs up — generally takes 30 to 45 minutes.
  11. Preheat your oven to 200°C (375°F).
  12. Brush the breakfast buns with the beaten egg.
  13. Sprinkle poppy seeds, then cut the top of each bun.
  14. Place the tray of rundstykker in the oven for 20 to 25 minutes or until they turn golden.
  15. Transfer them to a cooling rack and let them cool for a few minutes.
  16. Your Danish breakfast buns are now ready — enjoy!