METHOD Step 1: Prepare the dough 1. Activate the Yeast – In a small bowl, mix warm milk (or stout) with 1 tsp sugar and yeast. Let sit for 5 minutes until foamy. 2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, and salt. 3. Make a well in the centre and add egg, melted butter, honey (or molasses), vanilla, and yeast mixture. 4. Mix until a dough forms, then knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. 5. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise for 1 hour until doubled in size. Step 2: Prepare the cinnamon swirl filling 1. In a small bowl, mix softened butter, brown sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice. 2. Drain soaked raisins (if using) and set aside. Step 3: Roll and shape the dough 1. After the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out into a large rectangle (about 12x18 inches). 2. Spread the cinnamon filling evenly over the dough and sprinkle with raisins. 3. Roll the dough tightly from the long side to form a log. 4. For a loaf: Place the roll into a greased loaf pan. 5. For individual buns: Slice into 8-10 rounds and place in a greased baking dish. 6. Cover and let rise for 30 minutes. Step 4: Bake the spiced bun rolls 1. Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). 2. Bake for 25-30 minutes (for a loaf) or 18-22 minutes (for buns), until golden brown and fragrant. Step 5: Glaze and serve 1. While the buns are baking, heat honey (or spiced bun syrup) and water in a small pan until smooth. 2. Brush the glaze over the warm buns for a shiny, sticky finish. 3. Let cool slightly before slicing and serving. SERVING IDEAS • Serve warm with butter or cheese for the ultimate Easter treat! • Add a simple vanilla icing drizzle for an extra cinnamon roll vibe. • Raisins are optional Jenee Cooke Mico University College THURSDAY, APRIL 10, 2025 30 COOKBOOK THE GLEANER | Yield: 1 large loaf or 8-10 individual buns For the dough: • 500g (4 cups) all-purpose flour • 2 ¼ tsp (1 packet) instant yeast • 120ml (½ cup) warm milk (or warm stout for deeper flavour) • 80g (⅓ cup) brown sugar • 1 egg • 60g (¼ cup) butter, melted • 1 tbsp honey or molasses • 1 tsp vanilla extract • 1 tsp cinnamon • ½ tsp nutmeg • ½ tsp allspice • ¼ tsp salt For the cinnamon swirl filling: • 60g (¼ cup) butter, softened • 100g (½ cup) brown sugar • 1 tbsp cinnamon • ½ tsp nutmeg • ¼ tsp allspice • ½ cup raisins (optional, soaked in warm water or rum) For the glaze: • 60g (¼ cup) honey or spiced bun syrup • 2 tbsp water Cinnamon Roll-Inspired Spiced Bun
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