Marmalade Chelsea Buns
Thursday Cottage
9 Buns
30 minutes
20-25 minutes
These sticky and delicious Chelsea buns are a classic teatime treat. The sweet and tangy blood orange marmalade adds a burst of flavor, while the currants and walnuts provide a delightful texture. Enjoy these warm and fresh from the oven.
Ingredients
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400g strong white flour, sifted
50g caster sugar
Pinch of sea salt
1 x 7g sachet of quick yeast
50g melted butter
150ml milk
1 lightly beaten egg
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Half a jar of Thursday Cottage Blood Orange Marmalade
75g currants
75g walnuts
1 teaspoon mixed spice
FOR THE ICING
100g sifted icing sugar
2 teaspoons water
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20cm x 20cm shallow baking tray, well greased with butter
Directions
Make dough: In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, salt, yeast, melted butter, milk, and beaten egg. Mix until a smooth dough forms. Knead on a floured surface for 5 minutes. Place in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with cling film, and let rise in a warm place for 1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
Prepare filling: Spread marmalade over the dough, sprinkle with currants, walnuts, and mixed spice.
Roll and slice: Roll the dough into a 20cm x 25cm rectangle. Cut into 9 equal slices.
Let rise: Place slices cut-side up in a greased baking tin. Let rise for 45-60 minutes.
Preheat oven and bake: Preheat oven to 200°C/Fan 180°C/Gas Mark 6. Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
Glaze: While still warm, brush with icing.
Enjoy: Remove from the tin and enjoy!
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