Rum Buns Recipe

Indulge in the irresistible taste of Southern comfort with these Rum Buns! A classic recipe from Southern Living (1981), these sweet, spiced buns are bursting with juicy raisins and warm cinnamon, all enveloped in a rich rum flavor and finished with a delightful sugary glaze. Makes 2 dozen (easily halved for a smaller batch). Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or any sweet treat craving. Freeze beautifully for future enjoyment!

Prep Time 45 mins
Cook Time 170 mins
Calories 242.7 kcal
Protein 7g
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Ingredients for Rum Buns

  • Dry Yeast
  • Warm Water
  • ¼ cup milk (or more, as needed)
  • 1 cup (2 sticks) unsalted butter, softened
  • Sugar
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • Rum Flavoring
  • All Purpose Flour
  • Brown Sugar
  • 1 cup raisins
  • 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon
  • 2 cups powdered sugar

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How to Make Rum Buns

  1. In a large bowl, cream together the butter and sugars until light and fluffy.
  2. Beat in the eggs one at a time, then stir in the rum extract.
  3. In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and cinnamon.
  4. Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, mixing until just combined.
  5. Stir in the raisins.
  6. Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 5-7 minutes, or until smooth and elastic.
  7. Place the dough in a greased bowl, turning to coat. Cover and let rise in a warm place for 1-1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
  8. Punch down the dough and turn it out onto a lightly floured surface.
  9. Divide the dough into 24 equal pieces and shape each into a ball.
  10. Place the buns on ungreased baking sheets.
  11. Cover and let rise for another 30 minutes.
  12. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
  13. Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.
  14. While the buns are baking, prepare the glaze: Whisk together the powdered sugar and milk until smooth. Add more milk if needed to reach desired consistency.
  15. Once the buns are out of the oven, brush them with the glaze while still warm.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

6 g

Sugar

85g

Fat

19g

Carbs

14g

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Rum Buns?

Rum Buns takes about 215 minutes from start to finish — roughly 45 minutes to prepare and 170 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Rum Buns?

Rum Buns has approximately 242.7 calories per serving, with about 7 g protein, 14 g carbohydrates and 10 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Rum Buns?

The key ingredients for Rum Buns are Dry Yeast, Warm Water, Milk, Butter, Sugar, Eggs. See the full list with measurements above.

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