Soft Stuffed Yeast Buns (Savory or Sweet)

Fluffy, golden, and incredibly soft homemade buns that can be made plain or filled with ricotta and herbs. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or as a side.

📝 Ingredients

For the Dough

1 cup (240 ml) lukewarm water
1 cup (240 ml) lukewarm milk
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon active dry yeast
1 tablespoon oil
4–4½ cups (500–560 g) all-purpose flour (add gradually)

For Brushing (After Baking)

50 g (3½ tbsp) butter, melted
1 tablespoon oil (NOT 50 ml — corrected measurement)
Optional Filling
1 cup ricotta cheese
2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
Salt and pepper to taste

For the Topping

1 egg yolk
1 teaspoon milk or oil

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1️⃣ Activate the Yeast
In a large bowl, combine lukewarm water and milk.
Add sugar and yeast. Stir gently and let sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy.
The liquid should feel like warm bathwater — not hot.
2️⃣ Make the Dough
Add salt and oil.
Gradually add flour while mixing.
Knead for 5–7 minutes until you have a soft, slightly sticky, elastic dough.
3️⃣ First Rise
Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl.
Cover and let rise in a warm place for 1–1.5 hours, or until doubled.
4️⃣ Prepare the Filling
Mix ricotta, parsley, salt, and pepper in a bowl. Set aside.
5️⃣ Shape the Buns
Punch down the dough and roll to about ½ inch (1 cm) thick.
Cut circles using a glass or cutter.
For stuffed buns: Add 1 teaspoon filling to center, cover with another circle, and seal edges.
For plain buns: Leave circles as they are.
Place on parchment-lined tray.
6️⃣ Second Rise
Cover loosely and let rise 20–30 minutes.
7️⃣ Bake
Preheat oven to 180–190°C (350–375°F).
Brush tops with egg yolk mixture.
Bake 15–20 minutes until golden brown.
8️⃣ Final Step (Important!)
Immediately brush hot buns with melted butter + oil mixture.
This gives them their signature soft, shiny crust.
⭐ Professional Improvements Made
✔ Corrected oil measurement (½ tsp → 1 tbsp logical fix)
✔ Simplified flour measurement
✔ Structured steps clearly
✔ Improved clarity & baking accuracy
✔ Cleaned up repetition
🌿 Variations
Sweet Version
Remove salt from filling
Add sweetened farmer’s cheese or fruit
Sprinkle tops with coarse sugar
Savory Ideas
Mashed potatoes + cheese
Sauerkraut + mushrooms
Caramelized onions
Feta + herbs
🔑 Pro Tips
✔ Slightly sticky dough = softer buns
✔ Do not over-flour
✔ Final butter brushing is essential
✔ Let cool 10 minutes before serving

Soft Stuffed Yeast Buns (Savory or Sweet)