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	~~[[File:Golden-Krust-Rock-Cake.jpg\|thumb\|right]] '''Rock cake'''~~

	~~[[File:Rock_cakes.jpg~~\|~~thumb~~\|A ~~plate of~~ rock ~~cakes]]~~		{{Infobox food
			\| name = Rock cake
			\| image = <!-- Image removed -->
			\| caption = A traditional rock cake
			\| alternate_name = Rock bun
			\| country = United Kingdom
			\| region =
			\| creator =
			\| course = Dessert
			\| type = Cake
			\| main_ingredient = Flour, butter, sugar, egg, baking powder, dried fruit
			}}

	'''Rock cakes''', also known as '''rock buns''', are a type of ~~small, hard~~ [[fruitcake]] ~~with a rough surface resembling a rock. They originated in~~ the [[United Kingdom]] ~~and~~ are a ~~popular treat in [[British cuisine]]~~.		'''Rock cakes''', also known as '''rock buns''', are a type of [[fruitcake]] originating from the [[United Kingdom]]. They are notable for their rough surface, which resembles a rock, hence the name.

	==History==		== History ==
	Rock cakes became popular during [[World War II]] due to their simple recipe, which required fewer eggs and sugar than ~~other~~ cakes, making them an economical ~~choice~~ during times of rationing~~. The recipe was promoted by the [[Ministry of Food]] to encourage home baking with limited ingredients~~.		Rock cakes became popular during [[World War II]] due to their simple recipe, which required fewer eggs and sugar than ordinary cakes, making them an economical treat during times of rationing.

	==Ingredients==		== Ingredients ==
	The ~~basic~~ ingredients ~~for~~ rock cakes include:		The main ingredients of rock cakes include:
	* [[~~Self-raising flour~~]]		* [[Flour]]
	* [[Butter]]		* [[Butter]]
	* [[Sugar]]		* [[Sugar]]
	* [[~~Eggs~~]]		* [[Egg]]
			* [[Baking powder]]
	* [[Dried fruit]] (such as [[currants]], [[sultanas]], or [[raisins]])		* [[Dried fruit]] (such as [[currants]], [[sultanas]], or [[raisins]])
	* [[Milk]] (optional, for a softer texture)
	* [[Spices]] (such as [[cinnamon]] or [[nutmeg]], optional)

	==Preparation==		== Preparation ==
	To prepare rock cakes, the dry ingredients are mixed together~~, and then the~~ butter is rubbed into the mixture until it resembles breadcrumbs. The dried fruit is added, followed by the beaten ~~eggs~~ to form a stiff dough. The dough is then dropped in rough heaps onto a baking tray and baked until golden brown.		To prepare rock cakes, the dry ingredients are first mixed together. The butter is then rubbed into the flour mixture until it resembles breadcrumbs. The dried fruit is added, followed by the beaten egg to form a stiff dough. The dough is then dropped in rough heaps onto a baking tray and baked until golden brown.

	==Variations==		== Variations ==
	~~There are several~~ variations of ~~rock cakes, including:~~		While the traditional rock cake recipe is quite simple, variations can include the addition of [[spices]] such as [[cinnamon]] or [[nutmeg]], or the use of [[chocolate chips]] instead of dried fruit.
	* Adding [[~~chocolate chips~~]] ~~instead of dried fruit~~
	* Using different types of dried fruit or ~~a combination~~
	* Adding [[~~nuts~~]] or [[~~seeds~~]] ~~for extra texture~~

	==Cultural ~~References~~==		== Cultural Significance ==
	Rock cakes ~~have been mentioned~~ in ~~various works of literature and media~~. They are ~~famously referenced~~ in the [[Harry Potter]] series ~~by [[J.K. Rowling]]~~, where they are a favorite of ~~the character~~ [[~~Rubeus~~ Hagrid]].		Rock cakes are often associated with [[British cuisine]] and are a staple in many [[afternoon tea]] settings. They are also mentioned in popular culture, such as in the [[Harry Potter]] series, where they are a favorite of [[Hagrid]].

	==See ~~Also~~==		== See also ==
	* [[Scone]]		* [[Scone]]
	* [[Tea cake]]		* [[Tea cake]]
	* [[~~Fruitcake~~]]		* [[Biscuit (British)]][[Biscuit]]
	* [[~~British cuisine~~]]

	==References==		== References ==
	{{Reflist}}		{{Reflist}}

	[[Category:British ~~cuisine~~]]		== External links ==
			* [https://www.bbc.co.uk/food/recipes/rock_cakes_03094 BBC Food: Rock Cakes Recipe]

			[[Category:British desserts]]
	[[Category:Cakes]]		[[Category:Cakes]]
	[[Category:World War II]]		[[Category:World War II rationing]]
			[[Category:Fruitcakes]]
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[[File:Golden-Krust-Rock-Cake.jpg|thumb|right]] '''Rock cake'''

[[File:Rock_cakes.jpg|thumb|A plate of rock cakes]]

'''Rock cakes''', also known as '''rock buns''', are a type of small, hard [[fruitcake]] with a rough surface resembling a rock. They originated in the [[United Kingdom]] and are a popular treat in [[British cuisine]].

==History==
Rock cakes became popular during [[World War II]] due to their simple recipe, which required fewer eggs and sugar than other cakes, making them an economical choice during times of rationing. The recipe was promoted by the [[Ministry of Food]] to encourage home baking with limited ingredients.

==Ingredients==
The basic ingredients for rock cakes include:
* [[Self-raising flour]]
* [[Butter]]
* [[Sugar]]
* [[Eggs]]
* [[Dried fruit]] (such as [[currants]], [[sultanas]], or [[raisins]])
* [[Milk]] (optional, for a softer texture)
* [[Spices]] (such as [[cinnamon]] or [[nutmeg]], optional)

==Preparation==
To prepare rock cakes, the dry ingredients are mixed together, and then the butter is rubbed into the mixture until it resembles breadcrumbs. The dried fruit is added, followed by the beaten eggs to form a stiff dough. The dough is then dropped in rough heaps onto a baking tray and baked until golden brown.

==Variations==
There are several variations of rock cakes, including:
* Adding [[chocolate chips]] instead of dried fruit
* Using different types of dried fruit or a combination
* Adding [[nuts]] or [[seeds]] for extra texture

==Cultural References==
Rock cakes have been mentioned in various works of literature and media. They are famously referenced in the [[Harry Potter]] series by [[J.K. Rowling]], where they are a favorite of the character [[Rubeus Hagrid]].

==See Also==
* [[Scone]]
* [[Tea cake]]
* [[Fruitcake]]
* [[British cuisine]]

==References==
{{Reflist}}

[[Category:British cuisine]]
[[Category:Cakes]]
[[Category:World War II]]

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