Powdered Sugar Sweet Butter Bun Cake

Powdered Sugar Sweet Butter Bun Cake

This comforting, pillowy-soft bake features individual portions or rolls baked together in a tray and lightly dusted with powdered sugar. It looks like a hybrid between a soft brioche, sweet cream cheese cake, or pull-apart buns, making it an absolute crowd-pleaser for coffee time or dessert.

Ingredients

• For the Dough / Batter:

  • 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour

  • 1/4 cup sugar

  • 1 packet (2 1/4 tsp) active dry yeast (if making a yeasted dough)

  • 3/4 cup warm milk

  • 2 large eggs

  • 1/4 cup melted butter

  • A pinch of salt

• For the Finish:

  • Powdered sugar (for dusting)

Step-by-Step Instructions

• Prepare the Base: Mix your warm milk, yeast, and a pinch of sugar, letting it sit until frothy. Whisk in the eggs, melted butter, remaining sugar, and flour to form a smooth, rich dough or thick batter (depending on whether you are doing individual shaped buns or a poured batter cake).

• Line and Pour/Arrange: Line a rectangular baking pan with parchment paper. Pour your prepared batter or arrange your shaped bun portions evenly into the pan.

• Proof and Bake: Let the mixture rise if using yeast dough until puffy. Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and bake for 20 to 25 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and cooked through.

• Finish: Allow it to cool slightly, then generously dust the top with powdered sugar before slicing or pulling apart to serve.