The Best Scandinavian Cinnamon Buns

Prep

1. In a mixer bowl, combine 35°C milk, yeast, and one egg. Add sugar, cardamom, and salt, and beat until smooth.
2. On low speed, gradually add the flour. Once the flour is incorporated, add a portion of the butter and continue kneading for 4 minutes.
3. Increase the speed to medium and knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Form into a ball, place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 45-60 minutes.

Cooking

1. For the filling, mix the butter, dark brown sugar, salt, cinnamon, and cardamom. Beat until smooth, then add the light brown sugar.
2. Roll the dough into a 56x38 cm rectangle, evenly spread the filling, leaving a 1.3 cm edge.
3. Fold the dough into thirds, roll lightly with a rolling pin to seal the layers.
4. Rotate the dough 90°C, lightly dust with flour, and roll out to 61x20 cm.
5. Shape the buns by twisting the dough into braids and knots.
6. Grease the baking pans with butter, place the buns inside, cover with plastic wrap, and let rise until 1.5 times larger (45-60 minutes).
7. Whisk the second egg with milk, brush the mixture over the buns.
8. Bake at 190°C for 18-20 minutes until golden brown. Let cool slightly before serving.