Lussekatter (Swedish Sweet Saffron Buns) – Recipe Wise

Ingredients

• 2 packages active dry yeast
• 2 cups milk , heated to 115 F
• 2 teaspoons saffron , lightly crushed
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 3/4 cup sugar
• 6 1/2 cups flour
• 3/4 teaspoon salt
• 3 eggs
• 12 tablespoons unsalted butter , cut into 1/2-inch cubes , softened
• oil , for greasing
• 64 raisins , for garnish
• 1 tablespoon water