Butterfly Bun Recipe: A Delicious And Easy-To-Make Treat
Cesar Chien
Butterfly Buns Mortons Flour from www.mortonsflour.com
Introduction
Butterfly buns are a classic British treat that have been enjoyed for generations. They are a sweet, fluffy bun that is filled with jam and cream, making them perfect for afternoon tea or as a special treat for a birthday or other celebration. In this recipe, we will show you how to make butterfly buns from scratch, step-by-step.
Ingredients
For the buns, you will need: - 200g self-raising flour - 200g caster sugar - 200g unsalted butter, softened - 4 medium eggs - 1 tsp vanilla extract - 2 tbsp milk For the filling, you will need: - Strawberry jam - Whipped cream
Instructions
Step 1: Preheat your oven to 180°C (160°C fan)/gas mark 4. Line a 12-hole muffin tin with paper cases. Step 2: In a large mixing bowl, cream together the butter and sugar until light and fluffy. Step 3: Add the eggs to the bowl one at a time, whisking well after each addition. Step 4: Sift in the flour and gently fold it into the mixture. Step 5: Add the vanilla extract and milk to the bowl and mix until well combined. Step 6: Spoon the mixture into the paper cases in the muffin tin, filling each one about 2/3 full. Step 7: Bake the buns in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until they are golden brown and spring back when lightly pressed. Step 8: Remove the buns from the oven and leave them to cool completely on a wire rack. Step 9: Once the buns are cool, use a sharp knife to cut a circle out of the top of each bun, about halfway down. Step 10: Cut the circles in half to create 'wings'. Step 11: Spoon a small amount of strawberry jam into the centre of each bun. Step 12: Top the jam with a dollop of whipped cream. Step 13: Place the 'wings' into the whipped cream at an angle, to create the butterfly effect. Step 14: Dust the finished buns with icing sugar and serve immediately.
Butterfly buns are a delicious and easy-to-make treat that is perfect for any occasion. With this recipe, you can make your own butterfly buns from scratch and enjoy them with your family and friends. The fluffy buns, sweet jam, and creamy filling are sure to make these buns a hit with everyone who tries them. So why not give this recipe a go and see for yourself how delicious butterfly buns can be?