Date Buns

These Date Buns are a comforting treat that bridges the gap between a soft roll and a fruity cake. Made with chopped dates and no-soak dried apricots, they offer bursts of chewy sweetness in every bite. The self-raising flour creates a light, airy texture, while the margarine and soft brown sugar lend a subtle caramel depth. Perfect for a cozy breakfast, an afternoon tea snack, or a quick dessert, these buns bake up golden and fragrant. They are best enjoyed warm from the oven but hold up well for packing in lunchboxes. A simple, rustic recipe that delivers maximum flavor with minimal fuss.

Cooking Method: Baking

Cuisine: Vietnamese

Courses: Baked Goods

Difficulty: Intermediate

Servings: 12

Calories: 2576.8

Dietary: Vegetarian

Description

These Date Buns are a comforting treat that bridges the gap between a soft roll and a fruity cake. Made with chopped dates and no-soak dried apricots, they offer bursts of chewy sweetness in every bite. The self-raising flour creates a light, airy texture, while the margarine and soft brown sugar lend a subtle caramel depth. Perfect for a cozy breakfast, an afternoon tea snack, or a quick dessert, these buns bake up golden and fragrant. They are best enjoyed warm from the oven but hold up well for packing in lunchboxes. A simple, rustic recipe that delivers maximum flavor with minimal fuss.

Ingredients

5 ounce Block Margarine
10 ounce Self-Raising Flour
1/4 teaspoon Bicarbonate of Soda
5 ounce Soft Brown Sugar
8 ounce Dates, Chopped
2 ounce No-soak dried apricots,

Directions

1
Preheat the oven to 180&# 194;Â°C (350ÃÂ°F) or Gas Mark 4. Line a 12-hole muffin tin with paper cake cases.
2
In a large mixing bowl, rub the margarine into the self-raising flour and bicarbonate of soda using your fingertips until the mixture resembles fine breadcrumbs.
3
Stir in the soft brown sugar, chopped dates, no-soak dried apricots, and chopped walnuts until evenly distributed.
4
Beat the egg and mix it with the milk, then pour this liquid mixture into the dry ingredients. Stir quickly but thoroughly until a soft, sticky dough forms.
5
Spoon the batter evenly into the prepared muffin cases, filling each about three-quarters full.
6
Bake for 20 minutes, or until the buns are golden brown and spring back lightly when touched.
7
Allow the buns to cool in the tin for 5 minutes before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely or serve warm.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

Amount Per Serving
Calories 2576.8kcal

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 88.5g137%
Saturated Fat 28.0g140%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 1398.8mg59%
Total Carbohydrate 476.6g159%
Dietary Fiber 23.6g95%
Sugars 444.2g
Protein 12.5g25%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: date, bun, apricot, baking, fruit, sweet, breakfast, snack, dessert, margarine, flour, easy, homemade, pastry, quick, oven, chopped, soft, golden, comfort

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