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Yeast Buns with Fleischmann's Dry Yeast
These classic yeast buns are soft, pillowy, and slightly sweet, making them perfect for everything from dinner rolls to sandwich buns. Written in a nostalgic cursive script, this recipe reflects a mid-century baking tradition using Fleishman’s Dry Yeast and pantry staples. It yields light, fluffy rolls with a subtle sweetness and rich flavor thanks to the combination of sugar and shortening. Ideal for holidays, potlucks, or everyday baking, these buns rise beautifully and bake to golden perfection.
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Prep Time 2 hours 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Course Side Dish
Cuisine American
Servings 24 buns
Calories 137 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 2 cups water (lukewarm )
  • 1 tsp sugar
  • ¼ oz Fleischmann’s Dry Yeast (1 packet)
  • 1 tbsp salt
  • 4 tbsp shortening
  • 5 tbsp sugar
  • 6 cups flour

Instructions
 

Step 1: Activate Yeast

  • Combine lukewarm water and 1 tsp sugar in a large bowl.
  • Add 1 packet of Fleishman’s Dry Yeast and stir.
  • Let sit for 10 minutes until foamy.

Step 2: Add Seasoning & Fat

  • Add 1 tbsp salt, 4 tbsp shortening, and 5 tbsp sugar.
  • Stir to combine.

Step 3: Add Flour

  • Gradually stir in 6 cups of flour.
  • Mix thoroughly until a soft dough forms.

Step 4: First Rise

  • Let dough stand in a warm place until doubled in size, about 2 hours.

Step 5: Shape & Bake

  • Knead dough briefly.
  • Shape into buns and place on a greased baking sheet.
  • Bake at 350°F for about 15 minutes or until golden brown.

Tips

  • Warm water should feel barely warm to the touch, not hot, to protect the yeast
  • Replace shortening with melted butter for a richer bun
  • Add 1 beaten egg for a softer, more enriched dough
  • Brush baked buns with butter while warm for a glossy finish
  • Shape into dinner rolls, cloverleaf rolls, or sandwich buns
  • Add ½ cup raisins or currants for sweet yeast buns
  • Sprinkle tops with sesame or poppy seeds before baking
  • Dough can be refrigerated overnight after first rise
  • Reduce sugar slightly for savory rolls
  • Bake close together for soft sides or spaced apart for crustier buns

Nutrition

Calories: 137kcalCarbohydrates: 27gProtein: 1gFat: 2gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gTrans Fat: 0.3gCholesterol: 1mgSodium: 46mgPotassium: 18mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 1IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 47mgIron: 2mg
Keyword classic recipe, comfort food, from scratch, homemade bread, vintage baking, yeast buns
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