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Chelsea Bun — traditional dish from London, United Kingdom
Dessert Vegetarian

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Nutritional Values

🔥450kcal
💪7gProtein
🌾80gCarbs
🥑15gFat
🌿3gFibre
⚖️150 gServing

* Per serving · 150 g. May vary.

Allergens

🌾 Gluten 🥛 Dairy

Chelsea Bun

How to order / say it
Say it Chelsea Bun — [Chel-see Bun]
Order I'd like a Chelsea bun, please.
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A sweet, spiced bun with dried fruits and a sticky glaze.

Why try it?

From the 18th-century bakeries in Chelsea, this classic dessert offers a taste of London's sweet side with its rich flavor and charming tradition of tea-time indulgences.

How it tastes

Sticky and sweet with spices, the Chelsea Bun combines the wholesome chew of dried fruits with a delightful sugary glaze, delivering a comforting sweetness.

Origin & History — first documented: 1700

Created in the 18th century at the Bun House in Chelsea, this was a popular choice among Londoners, quickly cementing its status as a beloved treat in the city.

Recipe

Ingredients

  • 🌾 300 g all-purpose flour
  • 🥛 70 g butter
  • 150 g dried fruits
  • 🍯 100 g brown sugar
  • 🥛 150 ml milk
  • 🧂 2 tsp cinnamon

Method

  1. 1 Mix flour, sugar, and cinnamon; incorporate butter until crumbly.
  2. 2 Add milk to form a dough, let it rise until doubled.
  3. 3 Roll out the dough, spread with fruit and sugar, roll into a log.
  4. 4 Cut and arrange buns in a tin, rise again, bake at 190°C (375°F) until golden.
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