🧄🧀 Cumin Cheese Buns
Ingredients:
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3 cups all-purpose flour
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2 tsp active dry yeast
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1 tsp salt
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1 tsp sugar
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1 tsp ground cumin seeds (or toasted cumin seeds for more flavor)
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1 cup warm milk (or water)
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2 tbsp olive oil (or melted butter)
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1 cup grated cheese (cheddar, mozzarella, or a mix)
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Optional: extra cumin seeds or sesame seeds for topping
Instructions:
1. Activate Yeast:
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In a small bowl, mix warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let sit 5–10 minutes until frothy.
2. Make Dough:
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In a large bowl, combine flour, salt, and ground cumin.
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Add the yeast mixture and olive oil. Mix and knead until a soft, elastic dough forms (about 8-10 minutes).
3. First Rise:
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Place dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled.
4. Shape Buns:
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Punch down the dough and divide into 10–12 equal pieces.
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Flatten each piece, add a spoonful of grated cheese in the center, and fold the dough over to seal. Shape into buns.
5. Second Rise:
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Place buns on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
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Cover and let rise 30 minutes.
6. Bake:
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Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
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Optional: brush buns with milk or egg wash and sprinkle cumin or sesame seeds on top.
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Bake for 15–20 minutes or until golden brown.
7. Serve:
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Let cool slightly before serving warm.
Tips:
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Use strong cheddar or a melting cheese like mozzarella for best texture.
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Toast cumin seeds beforehand for extra aroma.
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These buns freeze well — just reheat before serving.
Want a gluten-free version, or maybe a spicy cumin cheese bun recipe?
