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A traditional Jamaican sweet bread

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Fruit Bun[edit]

A fruit bun is a type of sweet bread that is popular in Jamaica and other parts of the Caribbean. It is traditionally enjoyed during the Easter season, but it is also consumed year-round as a snack or dessert. The fruit bun is known for its rich, sweet flavor and dense texture, which is achieved by incorporating a variety of dried fruits and spices into the dough.

Ingredients[edit]

The main ingredients of a Jamaican fruit bun include:

The combination of these ingredients gives the fruit bun its characteristic dark color and rich flavor.

Preparation[edit]

The preparation of a fruit bun involves several steps:

Mixing the dry ingredients: Flour, baking powder, and mixed spice are combined in a bowl.
Creaming the butter and sugar: Butter and sugar are beaten together until light and fluffy.
Adding the wet ingredients: Eggs and milk are added to the creamed mixture.
Incorporating the fruits: Raisins, currants, cherries, and mixed peel are folded into the batter.
Baking: The mixture is poured into a loaf pan and baked until a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.

Cultural Significance[edit]

In Jamaica, the fruit bun is often paired with cheese, particularly Jamaican cheddar, to create a sweet and savory combination that is highly popular. This pairing is especially common during the Easter season, where it is a traditional treat.

Variations[edit]

While the traditional Jamaican fruit bun is the most well-known, there are several variations that can be found throughout the Caribbean. Some variations include the addition of nuts, such as almonds or walnuts, or the use of different types of dried fruits.

Related pages[edit]

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-'''Fruit bun''' is a type of [[sweet bun]] that contains various kinds of [[fruit]]. The fruit can be fresh, dried, or candied. Fruit buns are popular in many countries and are often associated with holidays and special occasions.
+{{Short description|A traditional Jamaican sweet bread}}
+{{Use Jamaican English|date=October 2023}}
-== History ==
+==Fruit Bun==
+[[File:Jamaican_fruit_bun.jpg|thumb|right|A traditional Jamaican fruit bun]]
+A '''fruit bun''' is a type of sweet bread that is popular in [[Jamaica]] and other parts of the [[Caribbean]]. It is traditionally enjoyed during the [[Easter]] season, but it is also consumed year-round as a snack or dessert. The fruit bun is known for its rich, sweet flavor and dense texture, which is achieved by incorporating a variety of dried fruits and spices into the dough.
-The history of the fruit bun is intertwined with the history of [[baking]] and the use of fruit in food. The practice of adding fruit to bread dates back to ancient times. The [[Ancient Romans]], for example, were known to add fruit and nuts to their bread. The modern fruit bun, however, likely originated in the Middle Ages, when spices and dried fruit became more widely available.
+==Ingredients==
+The main ingredients of a Jamaican fruit bun include:
+* [[Flour]]
+* [[Sugar]]
+* [[Butter]]
+* [[Eggs]]
+* [[Milk]]
+* [[Baking powder]]
+* [[Mixed spice]]
+* [[Raisins]]
+* [[Currants]]
+* [[Cherries]]
+* [[Mixed peel]]
+* [[Molasses]] or [[browning]]
-== Types of Fruit Buns ==
+The combination of these ingredients gives the fruit bun its characteristic dark color and rich flavor.
-There are many different types of fruit buns, each with its own unique combination of fruits and spices. Some of the most popular types include:
+==Preparation==
+The preparation of a fruit bun involves several steps:
-* '''[[Hot Cross Bun]]''': A spiced sweet bun made with currants or raisins and marked with a cross on the top. Traditionally eaten on [[Good Friday]].
+# '''Mixing the dry ingredients''': Flour, baking powder, and mixed spice are combined in a bowl.
-* '''[[Chelsea Bun]]''': A type of currant bun from England that was first created in the 18th century.
+# '''Creaming the butter and sugar''': Butter and sugar are beaten together until light and fluffy.
-* '''[[Bath Bun]]''': A sweet roll made from a milk-based dough and containing currants. It is topped with crushed sugar and originates from Bath, England.
+# '''Adding the wet ingredients''': Eggs and milk are added to the creamed mixture.
+# '''Incorporating the fruits''': Raisins, currants, cherries, and mixed peel are folded into the batter.
+# '''Baking''': The mixture is poured into a loaf pan and baked until a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.
-== Preparation ==
+==Cultural Significance==
+In Jamaica, the fruit bun is often paired with [[cheese]], particularly [[Jamaican cheddar]], to create a sweet and savory combination that is highly popular. This pairing is especially common during the Easter season, where it is a traditional treat.
-The preparation of a fruit bun involves mixing a sweet dough, adding the fruit, shaping the buns, and baking them. The dough is typically made from flour, sugar, yeast, eggs, and butter. The fruit is usually soaked in liquid (such as juice or rum) before being added to the dough. After the buns are shaped, they are left to rise before being baked.
+==Variations==
+While the traditional Jamaican fruit bun is the most well-known, there are several variations that can be found throughout the Caribbean. Some variations include the addition of [[nuts]], such as [[almonds]] or [[walnuts]], or the use of different types of dried fruits.
-== Serving and Consumption ==
+==Related pages==
+* [[Jamaican cuisine]]
+* [[Easter traditions]]
+* [[Caribbean desserts]]
-Fruit buns are often served warm and may be accompanied by butter or cream. They are popular for breakfast or as a snack. In some cultures, fruit buns are traditional holiday foods. For example, in the UK, hot cross buns are traditionally eaten on Good Friday, while in Germany, fruit buns are often eaten during the Christmas season.
+[[Category:Jamaican cuisine]]
+[[Category:Sweet breads]]
-== See Also ==
+[[Category:Easter food]]
-* [[Bread]]
-* [[Baking]]
-* [[Sweet Roll]]
-* [[Pastry]]
-[[Category:Bread]]
-[[Category:Baking]]
-[[Category:Sweet foods]]
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-{{food-stub}}