Saffron Buns - Lussekatter

Warm milk in a saucepan until lukewarm, then dissolve yeast in it.

Steep saffron in a small amount of hot water for 10 minutes.

In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, salt, and cardamom.

Add melted butter, eggs, saffron mixture, and yeast mixture to the dry ingredients.

Mix until a dough forms, then knead on a floured surface for 10 minutes until smooth.

Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour.

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).

Punch down the dough and divide it into equal pieces.

Shape each piece into a bun, twisting them into a traditional S shape.

Place buns on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, cover, and let rise for another 30 minutes.

Brush the tops with beaten egg and sprinkle with raisins.

Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.

Remove from the oven and let cool on a wire rack.

Serve warm or at room temperature.

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