Step‑by‑Step Instructions

• Combine warm milk and sugar in a bowl. Sprinkle yeast on top, let it sit for 5-10 minutes.
• In a large bowl, combine flour and salt, create a well in the center, and add yeast mixture, melted butter, and egg. Mix until soft dough forms.
• Turn dough onto floured surface and knead for 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
• Place kneaded dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise for 1 hour until doubled in size.
• Cook ground sausage in a skillet over medium heat for 5-7 minutes until browned. Drain excess fat.
• Punch down dough, divide into 12 pieces, roll into balls, flatten, add sausage and cheese, pinch to seal.
• Shape buns into flowers by pinching tops and pressing down at bases. Arrange on baking sheet.
• Cover and let buns rise for 30 minutes. Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
• Whisk another egg and brush it over the buns. Sprinkle with seeds if desired.
• Bake in preheated oven for 15-20 minutes until golden brown and fragrant. Cool slightly before serving.