Black Bun Recipe – Eats Now

Name: Black Bun
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 cups all-purpose flour, divided; 1/2 teaspoon baking powder; 1/2 cup butter or margarine, softened; 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons cold water; 1 (15-ounce) package raisins; 1 (10-ounce) package currants; 3 (2 1/2-ounce) packages blanched almonds, chopped; 1 cup sugar; 1 teaspoon cream of tartar; 1 teaspoon baking powder; 2 teaspoons ground allspice; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1 teaspoon ground ginger; 1/4 teaspoon pepper; 1 cup milk; 1 tablespoon brandy; 1 egg, beaten

Servings: persons

4 cups all-purpose flour, divided
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
1/2 cup butter or margarine, softened
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons cold water
1 (15-ounce) package raisins
1 (10-ounce) package currants
3 (2 1/2-ounce) packages blanched almonds, chopped
1 cup sugar
1 teaspoon cream of tartar
1 teaspoon baking powder
2 teaspoons ground allspice
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1 teaspoon ground ginger
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 cup milk
1 tablespoon brandy
1 egg, beaten

1
Combine 2 cups flour and baking powder in a medium mixing bowl. Cut in butter with a pastry blender until mixture resembles coarse meal. Sprinkle cold water evenly over surface; stir with a fork until dry ingredients are moistened. Shape into a ball; chill.
2
Divide dough into 3 portions. Combine 2 portions of pastry and roll to 1/8-inch thickness on a lightly floured board; fit into a greased 9- x 5- x 3-inch loaf pan.
3
Combine raisins, currants, and almonds in a large mixing bowl; stir well. Combine remaining 2 cups flour, sugar, cream of tartar, baking powder, spices, and pepper; mix well. Add to raisin mixture, stirring well. Add milk and brandy; stirring well. Spoon filling into prepared pastry-lined loaf pan.
4
Roll remaining pastry to 1/8- inch thickness; carefully place over filling, leaving a 1-inch overhang around edge of loaf pan. Seal edges and flute; cut slits in top. Brush with egg.
5
Bake at 225u00b0 for 3 hours or until lightly browned. Cool in pan 15 minutes. Remove from pan; place on a wire rack, and let cool completely

1351

kcal

Calories

Fat

163

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 cups all-purpose flour, divided, 1/2 teaspoon baking powder, 1/2 cup butter or margarine, softened, 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons cold water, and more.

Yes, Black Bun falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Black Bun

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