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Easy Swedish Cardamom Buns

Easy Swedish Cardamom Buns

Soft, fragrant cardamom knots with a shiny syrup finish—simple to twist, golden, and perfect with coffee.
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Prep Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
Cook Time: 18 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 48 minutes
Servings: 12

Ingredients
 

Dough

  • 1 cup warm whole milk about 110°F
  • 5 tbsp unsalted butter cut into small pieces
  • 0.38 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tsp active dry yeast
  • 1.5 tsp ground cardamom freshly ground if possible
  • 3.25 cup all-purpose flour plus a little for dusting
  • 1 tsp fine salt

Filling

  • 6 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
  • 0.5 cup granulated sugar
  • 1.75 tsp ground cardamom
  • 0.5 tsp ground cinnamon optional but tasty
  • 0.25 tsp fine salt
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Syrup & Topping

  • 0.25 cup granulated sugar for syrup
  • 0.25 cup water for syrup
  • 2 tbsp coarse sugar or pearl sugar for topping

Instructions

Preparation Steps

  • Warm milk and butter until butter melts; cool until pleasantly warm.
  • Sprinkle yeast and 1 teaspoon sugar over warm milk; let foam 5–10 minutes.
  • Whisk flour, remaining sugar, cardamom, and salt in a large bowl.
  • Pour yeast mixture into dry ingredients; mix until a shaggy dough forms.
  • Knead until smooth and elastic, 8–10 minutes. Cover and rise until doubled.
  • Stir filling ingredients together until creamy and spreadable.
  • Punch down dough. Roll into a 12x18-inch rectangle on a floured surface.
  • Spread filling evenly. Fold in thirds like a letter; roll lightly to seal.
  • Cut into 12 strips. Twist each and tie into a loose knot.
  • Set on lined sheets. Cover and rise until puffy, 25–35 minutes. Preheat to 400°F.
  • Bake until deep golden and set, about 14–18 minutes.
  • Simmer sugar and water until clear. Brush hot buns; sprinkle coarse sugar. Cool 10 minutes.

Notes

Try adding a touch of orange zest to the filling for a citrusy twist. Store cooled buns airtight at room temperature for 2 days, or freeze up to 2 months; refresh in a warm oven before serving.
This recipe is an original creation inspired by classic Easy Swedish Cardamom Buns flavors. All ingredient ratios and instructions are independently developed.