Maritozzo Sweet Buns

Name: Maritozzo Sweet Buns
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 1 h 40 min
Total time: 2 h
Cuisine: European, Italian, Mediterranean
Ingredients: 1 lb. all-purpose (or gluten-free flour); 1 c. milk (any kind); 2 eggs; 2/3 stick unsalted or vegan butter; 1/3 c. sugar; 1/2 tbsp. honey; 5 tsp. fresh yeast; 3/4 tsp. salt; zest from 1 orange; 1 egg white (lightly beaten); 1 c. mascarpone cheese; 1 c. red ale; 3/4 c. sugar; 1/2 c. fresh cream or dairy alternative