Quick Chelsea Buns Recipe
Description
These Quick Chelsea Buns boast a delightful appearance with their center resembling charming little spirals, making them an appealing treat for any occasion. While you have the option to use a packet of sweet shortcrust pastry, the homemade version elevates the flavor profile to new heights, offering a tastier experience overall. Perfect for those craving a fruity, European-inspired delicacy that can be whipped up in under an hour, these buns are destined to become a favorite in your baking repertoire.
Recipe Information
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Breads
- Keywords: Fruit, European, < 60 Mins, Oven
- Yield: Approximately 14 buns
Nutritional Information (Per Serving)
- Calories: 148.2
- Fat Content: 6.1g
- Saturated Fat: 3.4g
- Cholesterol: 13.8mg
- Sodium: 97.8mg
- Carbohydrates: 21.8g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Sugar: 6.1g
- Protein: 1.8g
Ingredients
| Quantity | Ingredient |
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| 8 cups | Cake flour |
| 1/4 tsp | Salt |
| 3 tbsp | Butter |
| 2 tbsp | Margarine |
| 2 1/2 cups | Sugar |
| 1/2 cup | Milk |
| 1/4 cup | Margarine (melted) |
| 4 tsp | Mixed spice |
| 1 cup | Mixed fruit |
Instructions
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Preheat oven: Start by preheating your oven to Gas mark 5 or 380°F to ensure it’s ready when the buns are prepared.
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Prepare baking sheet: Grease and flour a baking sheet to prevent the buns from sticking during baking, ensuring they come out perfectly.
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Sift flour and salt: In a large mixing bowl, sift together the cake flour and salt, ensuring they are evenly combined for optimal texture.
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Incorporate fats: Add the butter and margarine to the flour mixture, then rub them in until the mixture resembles fine breadcrumbs, creating a crumbly consistency that forms the base of the dough.
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Add sugar: Incorporate the sugar into the mixture, evenly distributing it to impart sweetness throughout the dough.
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Create dough: Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients, then gradually add the milk, stirring continuously until a light, soft dough forms. Ensure the dough is well mixed and cohesive.
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Roll out dough: On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough into an oblong shape with a thickness of approximately 1/4 inch, ensuring it’s evenly rolled for consistent results.
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Brush with margarine: Using a pastry brush, evenly coat the surface of the rolled-out dough with melted margarine, adding a rich, buttery flavor to the buns.
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Add filling: Sprinkle the mixed fruit, sugar, and mixed spice evenly over the margarine-coated dough, ensuring each bun will be bursting with flavorful filling.
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Roll up dough: Carefully roll up the dough lengthwise, forming a long roll with the filling enclosed within, creating those signature spirals that make Chelsea buns so visually appealing.
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Slice into rolls: Using a sharp knife, cut the long roll into 14 even-sized portions, ensuring each bun is uniform in size for consistent baking.
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Arrange on baking sheet: Place the cut side of each bun down on the greased and floured baking sheet, arranging them with enough space between each to allow for expansion during baking.
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Bake: Transfer the prepared baking sheet to the preheated oven and bake the Chelsea buns for approximately 20 minutes, or until they are golden brown and cooked through.
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Serve: Once baked to perfection, remove the Chelsea buns from the oven and allow them to cool slightly before serving, either warm or at room temperature, for a delightful treat that’s sure to please.
Enjoy!
These Quick Chelsea Buns are a delightful fusion of fruity sweetness and warm, comforting spices, perfect for enjoying with a cup of tea or coffee as a midday snack or as a sweet ending to any meal. With their charming appearance and irresistible flavor, they’re sure to become a beloved favorite in your baking repertoire. So, roll up your sleeves, preheat your oven, and get ready to indulge in the delightful goodness of homemade Chelsea buns! 🍞✨
