Lussekatter St Lucias Day Saffron Buns

Citrus-scented, pillowy buns keep moist thanks to tangzhong, a cooked mixture of flour and water.

127 Calories

45g Carbohydrates

16g Protein

607mg Potassium

3g Fiber

11g Sugar

1/2 cup whole milk
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups whole milk
1 teaspoon saffron threads
4 1/2 cups all-purpose flour (about 1 pound 3 1/8 ounces), plus more for dusting
1 tablespoon active dry yeast
2 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
2 large eggs
1/3 cup granulated sugar
1/2 cup unsalted butter (4 ounces), cut into 1-inch pieces, softened, plus more for greasing bowl
36 golden raisins
2 tablespoons granulated sugar
2 tablespoons water
1 teaspoon grated orange zest