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Mix the flour, sugar, yeast, and salt together in a large bowl.
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Add the butter and rub it in with your fingertips.
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Make a well in the center.
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Pour in the milk and egg and mix to form a soft dough.
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Knead on a lightly floured work surface for 8 minutes, or until smooth and elastic.
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Shape into a ball.
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Place in a lightly oiled bowl and turn to coat the dough.
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Cover tightly with plastic wrap.
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Let stand in a warm place about 1 hour, until doubled.
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Lightly butter the cake pan.
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Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface and roll into a rectangle about 12 x 9in (30 x 23cm).
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To make the filling, brush the surface of the dough with the melted butter, leaving a 1in (5cm) border along the long sides.
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Mix the raisins, brown sugar, and spice together and sprinkle over the butter.
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Starting at a long side, roll up the dough and pinch the seam closed.
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Slice the dough into 9 equal pieces.
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Arrange the slices in the pan.
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Cover loosely with plastic wrap and let stand about 30 minutes, until doubled.
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Preheat the oven to 375F (190C).
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Bake for 30 minutes, until golden brown.
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Transfer to a wire rack.
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Brush the buns with the honey.
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Let cool for about 10 minutes, then remove from the pan and serve warm.
