Raisin Buns
4 servings
30 minutes
Raisin buns are a fragrant and delicate treat with a crispy crust and soft center. Their history roots back to British culinary traditions, where sweet pastries with dried fruits were part of cozy family tea times. Raisins infused with the aroma of cinnamon and nuts add pleasant sweetness, while the sugar glaze finishes the flavor with a light citrus freshness. These buns pair wonderfully with tea or coffee, making them an ideal dessert for leisurely conversations. They are suitable for warm home evenings and festive gatherings, and their simplicity in preparation makes them a favorite choice for both novice cooks and experienced bakers.
1
Roll out the dough to a size of 15x20 cm.
- Yeast puff pastry: 400 g
2
Wash the raisins in hot water, dry them, mix with ground nuts, cinnamon, and sugar. Sprinkle the resulting mixture over the dough.
- Raisin: 125 g
- Nuts: 50 g
- Ground cinnamon: 1 teaspoon
- Sugar: 50 g
3
Roll the dough into a log and cut it into pieces with a wet knife.
4
Place the pastries on a baking sheet and let the dough rest in a warm place for 1.5–2 hours.
5
Preheat the oven to 200 degrees, place the baking tray in the middle of the oven, and bake for 13-15 minutes until golden brown.
6
Mix powdered sugar with lemon juice. Brush the warm buns with the resulting glaze and cool.
- Lemon juice: 2 tablespoons
- Powdered sugar: 150 g