Description
Delight in these Orange Cardamom Morning Buns, a perfect blend of citrus and warm spices wrapped in flaky puff pastry. These sweet, aromatic buns are ideal for breakfast or brunch, offering a tender, buttery bite with a fragrant orange glaze that adds a refreshing finish.
Ingredients
Scale
Pastry and Filling
- 1 sheet puff pastry (thawed)
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter (softened)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1 tablespoon orange zest
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cardamom
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon salt
Egg Wash
- 1 egg (beaten, for egg wash)
Glaze
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 tablespoon fresh orange juice
Instructions
- Prepare Oven and Pan: Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and either line a muffin tin with paper liners or lightly grease it to prevent sticking.
- Make Spiced Butter Mixture: In a small bowl, combine softened butter, granulated sugar, orange zest, ground cardamom, cinnamon, and salt. Stir well until you have a spreadable, aromatic paste.
- Roll Out Puff Pastry: On a lightly floured surface, unfold the thawed puff pastry sheet and roll it gently into a 10×12-inch rectangle to slightly enlarge it.
- Apply Butter Mixture: Evenly spread the spiced butter mixture over the entire surface of the puff pastry, ensuring full coverage for balanced flavor.
- Shape the Buns: Starting from the long edge, tightly roll the pastry into a log shape. Slice the log into 8 equal pieces and arrange each cut-side up into the prepared muffin tin.
- Egg Wash: Brush the tops of each bun with the beaten egg to promote a golden, shiny crust.
- Bake the Buns: Place the muffin tin in the oven and bake for 20–25 minutes until the buns are puffed and golden brown.
- Make the Glaze: While the buns are baking, whisk together powdered sugar and fresh orange juice in a small bowl until smooth.
- Cool and Glaze: Once baked, allow the buns to cool for 10 minutes before drizzling with the orange glaze for a bright, sweet finish.
Notes
- Best enjoyed fresh on the same day for maximum flakiness and flavor.
- For a quicker option, substitute puff pastry with crescent dough.
- Add chopped nuts or dried cranberries inside the filling for extra texture and taste.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Breakfast, Brunch
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
