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Breakfast Buns with Egg, Ham & Cheese
makarenko_olha
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Breakfast Buns with Egg, Ham & Cheese
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Breakfast Buns with Egg, Ham & Cheese

These delightful breakfast buns feature a fluffy dough encasing a savory filling of scrambled egg, sliced ham or bacon, and melted cheese, topped with an egg wash and sesame seeds for a golden finish. Perfect for a hearty breakfast or brunch, this recipe provides a satisfying and flavorful start to your day. The video showcases a quick and visually appealing assembly process, ideal for a delicious homemade treat.
#Breakfast
#Buns
#Savory
#Egg
#Ham
#Cheese
#Brunch
#Baked goods
#Easy breakfast
Buns ready for the oven
Buns ready for the oven

Recipe Information

25m
Prep Time
20m
Cook Time
45m
Total Time
6
Servings
Medium
International
English
Nutrition (per serving)
350
Calories
18g
Protein
35g
Carbs
20g
Fat
Golden buns fresh out of the oven
Golden buns fresh out of the oven

Ingredients

  • Yeast dough
    (Store-bought puff pastry or crescent roll dough can be used for convenience, or homemade brioche/milk bread dough.)

    1 batch
  • Eggs
    (3 for scrambled filling, 1 for egg wash)

    4 large
  • Ham or Bacon
    (Cooked and thinly sliced ham, or crispy bacon strips)

    8 slices
  • Cheddar Cheese
    (Or shredded cheese like mozzarella or a blend)

    6 slices
  • Sesame seeds
    (For topping)

    1 tablespoon
  • Salt
    (For seasoning eggs)

    to taste pinch
  • Black pepper
    (For seasoning eggs)

    to taste pinch
  • Milk or Water
    (For egg wash)

    1 tablespoon
Servings: 6
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Perfectly baked breakfast buns
Perfectly baked breakfast buns

Instructions

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  • 1

    Prepare the scrambled egg filling: Whisk 3 eggs with a pinch of salt and pepper. Scramble in a lightly oiled pan until just set but still soft. Set aside to cool slightly.
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    Prepare the scrambled egg filling: Whisk 3 eggs with a pinch of salt and pepper. Scramble in a lightly oiled pan until just set but still soft. Set aside to cool slightly.
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    Do not overcook the eggs; they will cook more in the oven. Keep them slightly moist.
  • 2

    Roll out the dough: On a lightly floured surface, roll out your chosen dough (yeast dough, puff pastry, or crescent roll dough) to an even thickness, about 1/4 inch thick. Cut into 6-8 equal squares or rectangles, depending on your desired bun size.
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    Roll out the dough: On a lightly floured surface, roll out your chosen dough (yeast dough, puff pastry, or crescent roll dough) to an even thickness, about 1/4 inch thick. Cut into 6-8 equal squares or rectangles, depending on your desired bun size.
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    Ensure the dough pieces are large enough to hold the filling and fold over securely.
  • 3

    Assemble the buns: Place a spoonful of the scrambled egg mixture in the center of each dough square. Layer 1-2 slices of ham or bacon over the egg.
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    Assemble the buns: Place a spoonful of the scrambled egg mixture in the center of each dough square. Layer 1-2 slices of ham or bacon over the egg.
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    Do not overfill the buns, or they will be difficult to seal.
  • 4

    Add cheese: Top the ham/bacon with a slice of cheddar cheese or a sprinkle of shredded cheese.
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    Add cheese: Top the ham/bacon with a slice of cheddar cheese or a sprinkle of shredded cheese.
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    Any melty cheese works well, such as mozzarella or Monterey Jack.
  • 5

    Fold and seal the buns: Carefully fold the corners of the dough over the filling to create a sealed bun. Pinch the seams tightly to prevent the filling from leaking during baking. You can fold into a triangle, square, or round shape.
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    Fold and seal the buns: Carefully fold the corners of the dough over the filling to create a sealed bun. Pinch the seams tightly to prevent the filling from leaking during baking. You can fold into a triangle, square, or round shape.
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    For a strong seal, slightly moisten the edges of the dough with water before pinching.
  • 6

    Arrange on baking sheet: Place the assembled buns seam-side down on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
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    Arrange on baking sheet: Place the assembled buns seam-side down on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
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    Leave enough space between buns for them to expand slightly.
  • 7

    Prepare and apply egg wash: In a small bowl, whisk the remaining large egg with 1 tablespoon of milk or water. Brush the tops of each bun generously with the egg wash.
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    Prepare and apply egg wash: In a small bowl, whisk the remaining large egg with 1 tablespoon of milk or water. Brush the tops of each bun generously with the egg wash.
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    Egg wash gives the buns a beautiful golden-brown color and shine.
  • 8

    Sprinkle with sesame seeds: Immediately after applying the egg wash, sprinkle a desired amount of sesame seeds over the top of each bun.
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    Sprinkle with sesame seeds: Immediately after applying the egg wash, sprinkle a desired amount of sesame seeds over the top of each bun.
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    Black sesame seeds can also be used for a nice visual contrast.
  • 9

    Bake the buns: Preheat your oven to 375ยฐF (190ยฐC). Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until the buns are puffed up, golden brown, and cooked through.
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    Bake the buns: Preheat your oven to 375ยฐF (190ยฐC). Bake for 18-22 minutes, or until the buns are puffed up, golden brown, and cooked through.
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    Keep an eye on the buns towards the end of baking to prevent burning.
  • 10

    Cool and serve: Once baked, remove the buns from the oven and let them cool slightly on a wire rack before serving. They are best enjoyed warm.
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    Cool and serve: Once baked, remove the buns from the oven and let them cool slightly on a wire rack before serving. They are best enjoyed warm.
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    These buns can be made ahead and reheated gently in a microwave or oven.
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