London Buns Recipe

Name: London Buns
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb strong white flour; 2 teaspoons salt; 1/2 teaspoon grated nutmeg; 1/2 ounce fresh yeast; 2 ounces caster sugar; 2 ounces melted butter; 4 fluid ounces warm milk; 1 ounce candied peel, chopped; 1 teaspoon caraway seed; 1 egg yolk, beaten

Servings: persons

1
Sift flour, sugar and nutmeg into a large bowl.
2
Cream the yeast with the sugar, stir into the warm milk and melted butter until blended.
3
Pour in dry ingredients, caraway seeds and peel.
4
Mix well, turn out on floured surface.
5
Knead until smooth and elastic, place dough in lightly oiled bowl.
6
Cover with a clean tea towel and rise until doubled.
7
Knock back the doug annd knead for a few minutes.
8
Shape into 12 round buns and place on greased baking tray.
9
Cover and leave to prove and rise, about 25 minutes.
10
Set oven to 425 or Mark 7.
11
Brush buns lightly with beaten egg yolk, bake for 10 to 15 minutes until golden.
12
Cool on wire rack.

666

kcal

Calories

Fat

106

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.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb strong white flour, 2 teaspoons salt, 1/2 teaspoon grated nutmeg, 1/2 ounce fresh yeast, and more.

Yes, London Buns 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.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

London Buns

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Variations & substitutions

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