Fluffy Swedish St.Lucia Saffron Buns Recipe | Lussekatter | Christmas Special #Saffron Buns

Experience the comforting and aromatic tradition of Swedish St. Lucia celebrations with Lussekatter, a delightful sweet pastry enriched with saffron. These fluffy and golden saffron buns are perfect for the festive season, bringing a touch of Sweden's yuletide charm to your table.

Ingredients

🍇 2 tbsp raisins pre-soaked
🥛 300 ml full-fat milk
🥛 200 ml heavy cream
📀 1 gram crushed saffron
⚖️ 50 grams fresh yeast
🍬 170 grams sugar for dough
🥞 80 grams sugar for the syrup
🥚 1 egg at room temperature for dough
🥚 1 egg for egg wash
🧈 150 grams pure butter
🧂 1/2 tsp salt
🌾 700 grams all-purpose flour
💧 100 ml water for sugar syrup

Instructions

1- Prepare Raisins:

• Soak 2 tablespoons of raisins in water until plump.
• Drain and set aside.

2- Prepare Saffron Milk Mixture:

• In a stainless steel pot, heat 300 ml of milk, 200 ml of heavy cream, and 1 gram of crushed saffron on low, stirring occasionally.
• Use a digital thermometer to ensure it doesn't exceed 37°C.
• Remove from heat.

3- Activate Yeast:

• Dissolve 50 grams of fresh yeast in a large glass mixing bowl by pouring over a small amount of the warm saffron milk mixture.
• Stir until the yeast dissolves.

4- Combine Ingredients:

• Add the rest of the saffron milk mixture, 170 grams of sugar, 1 egg, 150 grams of cubed room-temperature butter, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt to the dissolved yeast.
• Mix thoroughly.

5- Knead the Dough:

• Gradually incorporate 700 grams of all-purpose flour.
• Knead using an Electrolux electric hand mixer with dough hooks for approximately 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.

6- First Rise:

• Cover the bowl with cling film and leave in a warm place until the dough doubles in size, about 45 minutes.

7- Shape the Buns:

• Once risen, gently deflate the dough.
• On a lightly floured surface, divide it into 35-gram pieces using a digital scale.
• Roll each piece into a 20 cm rope and form an S-shape by curling the ends inwards.

8- Second Rise:

• Place shaped buns on a parchment-lined baking tray and cover with a kitchen towel.
• Allow another rise for 30 minutes.

9- Egg Wash and Garnish:

• Beat 1 egg in a small glass bowl for the egg wash.
• Brush over the buns with a silicone pastry brush.
• Place a soaked raisin in each curl.

10- Bake the Buns:
- Preheat your oven to 220°C (425°F).
- Bake for 7-8 minutes until golden.

11- Prepare Sugar Syrup:
- In a pot, dissolve 80 grams of sugar in 100 ml of water.
- Bring to a gentle boil and remove from heat.

12- Final Touch:
- Brush the hot buns with sugar syrup immediately after baking for extra shine and moisture.

Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 15 minutes
Total Time: Approximately 2 hours
Servings: Not specified
Equipment:
🍶 Jar for soaking raisins
📏 Measuring jug glass
🍯 Stainless steel pot
🥄 Metal spoon
🌡️ Digital probe thermometer
🥣 Large glass mixing bowl
🍡 Silicone/wood spatula
👩‍🍳 Electrolux electric hand mixer with dough hooks
✨ Cling film
⚖️ Digital scale
🍞 Baking tray
📜 Parchment paper
🍽️ Small glass bowl for egg wash
🍴 Fork
🖌️ Silicone pastry brush
🧺 Kitchen towel

Cooking Tips:

• Use room-temperature ingredients for perfect dough texture.
• Soak raisins to maintain dough moisture.
• Avoid adding excess flour during kneading for fluffier buns.
• Precise temperature control of saffron milk activates yeast effectively.
• Form consistent 35-gram dough balls for even baking.
• Sugar syrup application should be immediate post-baking for a glossy finish.

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St. Lucia Saffron Buns (Lussekatter)

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