Boston Bun & Pink Icing

May 31, 2023May 31, 20230 12
How to make a flapjack-style Boston Bun with pink icing
in Baked Goods

Prep

10 min

Cook

25 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 cup sieved cooked potato
1 cup sugar
1 cup mixed fruit
1 cup milk
2 cups self raising flour
coconut
2 cups icing sugar
fruit juice or water
vanilla essence , to taste
red food coloring

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
10
Calories
323
Sugar
44g
Fat
2g
A Boston Bun is a baked treat that originated in Australia and New Zealand. It is similar to a flapjack, with a sweet, dense texture and a filling made from cooked potato, mixed fruit, and sugar. This version is topped with a sweet pink icing and coconut, adding an extra layer of flavor and texture to the classic recipe. It's perfect for sharing with friends and family over a cup of tea or coffee.

Instructions

1.Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking tray with baking paper.
2.Combine the sieved cooked potato with sugar, mixed fruit, and milk to form a batter.
3.Fold in the self-raising flour until just combined.
4.Grease a large baking tin and spread the mixture evenly into the tin.
5.Bake for 20-25 minutes or until a skewer inserted comes out clean. Allow to cool.
6.In a bowl, mix together icing sugar, fruit juice or water, vanilla essence, and a few drops of red food coloring to make a pink icing.
7.Spread the pink icing over the top of the bun, then sprinkle with coconut.
8.Cut into squares and enjoy.

PROS

This Boston Bun is a delicious baked treat that is easy to make and perfect for sharing.
Its sweet flavor and soft texture make it a crowd-pleaser for any occasion.

CONS

This recipe does call for a lot of sugar, and the bun itself is quite dense and filling.
It may not be suitable for those on a strict diet or with dietary restrictions.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Although not the healthiest baked good, the potato in this recipe adds some nutritional value to the bun. Potatoes are high in fiber, vitamins B6 and C, and potassium. Enjoying this bun as an occasional treat in moderation is recommended.

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