Basic Sweet Dough

Every baker needs a tried-and-true sweet dough formula that is versatile and dependable—one that is made from simple ingredients and is easy to make. Whether you are craving melt-in-your-mouth sticky buns or something more formal and decorative, like a Russian braid or glazed tea ring, this Basic Sweet Dough formula will be the one you turn to for years. The entire dough is mixed the day before baking, which makes it great when you are coordinating active work time in your kitchen, particul