Combine all dough ingredients in a large bowl.

Mix and knead until a soft, smooth dough is formed using your hands, a stand mixer or a bread machine set on the dough cycle.

Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl and allow the rough to rise for 1½ to 2 hours, until doubled in bulk.

Gently punch down the dough and transfer to a lightly greased work surface.

Roll and shape the dough into a 12" x 16" rectangle. Brush 2 tablespoons butter onto the dough's surface.

Starting with the long side, carefully roll the dough into a log.

Cut the log in 1" slices using a sharp knife.

Lightly grease two round cake pans. Arrange 8 buns in each pan.

Cover and let the buns rise for 60 minutes. At 45 minutes, preheat the oven to 350° F (177° C).

Uncover the pans and brush each bun with butter.

Bake for 25-30 minutes.

Remove from oven and turn onto a cooling rack. Brush with any remaining butter. Serve hot or warm.

ENJOY!