2 (1/4-ounce) packages active dry yeast or 5 teaspoons
1-3/4 cups milk
1/4 cup butter
2/3 cup pure maple syrup
3-3/4 cups all-purpose flour
1 (8-ounce) package cream cheese
1/2 cup almond, ground
3 cups milk
In a small bowl combine yeast and warm milk; let stand for 5 minutes.
Meanwhile, cut together butter, maple syrup, and flour. Make a well in the center, and stir in cream cheese, and ground almonds. Pour in yeast mixture, blend together.
On a floured surface knead for 5 minutes. Transfer dough to a lightly oiled bowl. Cover; let rise in a warm place for 45 minutes.
Punch down dough and knead again for 4 minutes. Roll out dough to 1/2″ thickness. Cut into 5″ rounds. Place the buns on a lightly oiled cookie sheet.
Bake in 400 degree oven for 8 to 10 minutes. Remove and let cool on wire rack.
Makes 1-1/2 dozen.