SAFFRON BUNS (LUSSEKATTER)

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Saffron Buns are an old tradition and are commonly eaten on December 13, Lucia Day and all the time up until Christmas.

Provided by LikeItLoveIt

Categories     Breads

Time 47m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

2 packages dry yeast
2 cups milk
3/4-1 1/2 cup butter or 3/4-1 1/2 cup margarine
1/2 cup sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 egg
4 -5 cups flour
1 -2 g saffron
raisins (decorations)

Steps:

  • The ingredients are the same as for cinnamon rolls, follow the same directions.
  • Add the saffron to the liquid and mix.
  • Add the egg as the dough is kneaded.
  • Take a piece of dough, roll it out into a long string, thick as your finger and about 4-5 in (10-12 cm) long.
  • Roll up both ends in opposite circles until they meet about midway.
  • Place a raisin into the center of each circle.
  • This is called a"lussekatt".
  • Let the"lussekatt"'s rise about 30-40 min in a nondrafty environment.
  • Baste with whipped egg and bake in 420-440 °F (200-225 °C), or until golden.

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