Rock Buns Baking with Granny from bakingwithgranny.co.uk
Introduction
Rock buns are a classic British tea time snack. They are easy to make and perfect to enjoy with a cup of tea or coffee. These buns are also known as rock cakes because of their rough, uneven appearance. They have a crispy exterior and a soft, crumbly interior. The recipe is simple and requires only a few basic ingredients.
Ingredients
To make rock buns, you will need the following ingredients:
225g self-raising flour
1 tsp baking powder
110g unsalted butter
85g caster sugar
1 large egg, beaten
75g mixed dried fruit (raisins, sultanas, currants)
1-2 tbsp milk
Instructions
Follow these simple steps to make delicious rock buns:
Step 1: Preheat the oven
Preheat your oven to 200°C (180°C fan)/Gas Mark 6.
Step 2: Prepare the ingredients
Sift the flour and baking powder into a mixing bowl. Cut the butter into small cubes and then rub it into the flour mixture until it resembles breadcrumbs. Add the sugar, dried fruit, and beaten egg. Mix everything together until you have a stiff dough. If the dough is too dry, add 1-2 tablespoons of milk to loosen it.
Step 3: Shape the buns
Line a baking tray with baking paper. Take a tablespoon of dough and shape it into a rough, uneven ball. Place the balls onto the baking tray, leaving some space between them as they will rise in the oven.
Step 4: Bake the buns
Bake the rock buns in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until they are golden brown. Remove them from the oven and leave them to cool on the baking tray for a few minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.
Step 5: Enjoy!
Serve the rock buns with a hot cup of tea or coffee. They can be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.
Nutrition
Here is the nutritional information for one rock bun:
Calories: 190
Protein: 3g
Carbohydrates: 26g
Fat: 8g
Saturated Fat: 5g
Fibre: 1g
Sugar: 10g
Salt: 0.2g
Tips and Variations
Here are some tips and variations to help you make the perfect rock buns:
You can use any combination of dried fruit in this recipe. Try using cranberries, chopped apricots, or dried cherries.
If you prefer a sweeter bun, you can add an extra tablespoon of sugar to the dough.
You can add a teaspoon of cinnamon or mixed spice to the dough for a spicier flavour.
For a more indulgent treat, you can add chocolate chips or chopped nuts to the dough.
Make sure you don't over-mix the dough as this can make the buns tough.
If you don't have self-raising flour, you can make your own by adding 2 teaspoons of baking powder to 225g of plain flour.
Conclusion
Rock buns are a classic British snack that are easy to make and perfect to enjoy with a cup of tea or coffee. They are crispy on the outside and crumbly on the inside, and can be customised with different dried fruits and spices. This simple recipe is a great one to have in your repertoire for those times when you want something sweet and satisfying. So why not give it a try and see for yourself how delicious these rock buns can be?
