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Spiced Teacakes

These teacakes pack a punch in flavor from the mixed spices to the dried fruits. It's perfect for tea time, as a quick snack, or a light meal!
Prep Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 3 hours
Servings: 6 Teacakes

Ingredients
  

  • 2 ¾ Cup Bread Flour
  • ½ Tsp Salt
  • ¾ Tbsp Fast-Action Dried Yeast
  • 1 Tsp Ground Cinnamon
  • 1 Tsp Ground All-Spice
  • 1 Tsp Grated Nutmeg
  • 1 Tsp Cardamum
  • 1 Zest of an Orange
  • ¼ Cup Granulated Sugar
  • ¼ Cup Butter cubed
  • ¾ Cup Milk
  • 1 Egg
  • 2 Cups Mixed Dried Fruit cherry, cranberries, blueberries
  • Oil greasing

Method
 

  1. Whisk together flour, salt yeast, spices, orange zest and sugar into mixer bowl. Make a well in the center of the mixture.
  2. Place butter and milk into a small saucepan. Heat on low until the butter is just melted.
  3. Remove saucepan from heat and whisk in the eggs quickly.
  4. Pour warm milk mixture into the well of the flour mixture. Mix in with a dough hook until mixture forms a ball.
  5. Run dough hook to knead the dough until smooth and pliable. The dough should pass the windowpane test.
  6. Turnout dough onto a lightly floured surface. Place fruit onto the dough and knead until dough is evenly distributed.
  7. Place the dough into a lightly greased bowl and cover with clingfilm. Leave to rise for 1 ½ hours or until doubled in size.
  8. Divide dough into six portions and roll into balls. Flatten each ball to a disc.
  9. Place buns on a large, lined baking tray. Cover and let rise for another45 minutes.
  10. Preheat oven to 375°F. Bake for 20-30 minutes or until well risen and golden brown.
  11. Enjoy!!