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Made a batch. Blinked. Gone. These Small Fruitcake Rock Buns are the kind of trouble I like
Crumbly tops and fruity bites make Small Fruitcake Rock Buns hard to resist
If you love quick bakes with big flavor, these Small Fruitcake Rock Buns are a must-try. They’re crunchy on the outside, soft in the middle, and packed with fruity goodness. No fancy tools, no long prep time, just mix, bake, and enjoy. These little buns bring old-school charm to any tea break or snack time.
Why You’ll Love These Rock Buns:
- Super easy: No mixer needed, just a bowl and your hands
- Fast to make: Ready in under 30 minutes
- Tastes like fruitcake: But quicker and lighter
- Great for any time: Perfect with tea, coffee, or just because
- Not too sweet: Just the right balance with a hint of crunch on top
These buns are simple, fun to bake, and even better to eat. Give them a try and see why they’ve stood the test of time.
Call them messy or call them magic. Small Fruitcake Rock Buns might be your new tasty fix.
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Small Fruitcake Rock Buns
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings depending on size 1x
- Category: Cake, Cupcakes, Cookies and Tarts
- Method: Easy
Description
These little Small Fruitcake Rock Buns are crunchy on the outside, soft inside, and packed with fruity bites. They’re an old-school British favorite, quick to make, easy to love, and perfect with tea or coffee.
Ingredients
- 115g butter
- 230g plain flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 85g soft brown (Demerara) sugar
- 85g mixed dried fruit (like a fruitcake mix)
- 1 large egg
- 1–2 tablespoons milk
- Extra brown sugar for topping
Instructions
- Heat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
- Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
- In a big bowl, sift in the flour and baking powder.
- Add the butter and rub it in with your fingertips until it looks like fine crumbs or sand.
- Mix in the sugar and dried fruit.
- Beat the egg with 1 tablespoon of milk.
- Stir it into the dry mix until you get a sticky but firm dough. If it’s too dry, add a little more milk.
- Divide the dough into 12 rough heaps on your tray; no need to shape them perfectly!
- Sprinkle a bit of sugar on top for crunch.
- Bake for 15–20 minutes.
- Turn the tray halfway through so they brown evenly.
- Once golden and set, let them cool on a wire rack.
That’s it! They’re crumbly, fruity, and just sweet enough, perfect for a quick homemade treat. Give them a go and enjoy them fresh out of the oven or the next day with a warm drink.
Notes
Created, prepared, tried, and tested by Esme (can be made VEGAN) from SA Tasty Recipes, Saffas Daily Recipes, and EsmeSalon Homemade Recipes
Soft inside, crisp on top, and ready in under 30 minutes. Small Fruitcake Rock Buns take the best parts of fruitcake and turn them into easy teatime treats. No mixers. No stress. Just old-school baking with a tasty twist.
If you need a vegan option, this will be it: Vegan Rock Buns.
Take a peak when you wish to veganize your regular recipes: How to Vegan-ise a regular yummy recipe
This recipe for Small Fruitcake Rock Buns is quick to make, uses simple ingredients, and delivers bold flavor. The crisp top and soft fruity center make each bite satisfying. No special tools or skills needed, just mix, bake, and enjoy.
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Oh my these would be great with my afternoon tea. Thanks so much for sharing Esme’.
Hope you will enjoy it Victoria – we love it and next time I will try to make it GF
I have been reviewing the recipes since I joined your forum … and finally I have found one I can’t resist.
I just gotta try this one!
Thanks
Thanks Billy – I must admit it’s a favorite in my household as well.