Buns with raisins
Description
Perfectly pairs with tea and coffee. If desired, you can use black currants instead of raisins, turning these everyday buns into a festive treat. Serve cooled or slightly warm.
Instructions
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Step 1
1. Preheat the oven to 220 degrees. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Cut the cold butter into small pieces. In a bowl, mix flour, baking powder, baking soda, salt, and 2 tablespoons of sugar. Add the butter pieces to the flour mixture and blend using a pastry cutter or two knives until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
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Step 2
2. Add raisins and mix until evenly distributed throughout the dough. Make a well in the center and add buttermilk and egg, mix until smooth. Do not overmix!
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Step 3
3. Place the dough onto a lightly floured work surface and knead 5-6 times. Shape the dough into a 20 cm diameter circle. Using a cookie cutter or a round mold, cut out 6 cm diameter circles. Gather the scraps, re-roll, and cut out more circles.
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Step 4
4. Place the buns on the prepared baking sheet, spacing them about 3.5 cm apart. Brush the buns with milk and sprinkle with the remaining 1 teaspoon of sugar.
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Step 5
5. Bake until the buns turn golden brown, 12 to 15 minutes. Let cool on a wire rack.