ROCK cakes / Buns TRADITIONAL BRITISH treat

Rock cakes, also known as rock buns, are a traditional British treat that originated in the United Kingdom. They have a rustic appearance, often resembling small, rough rocks, hence their name.
Rock cakes became popular during World War II. Due to food rationing, ingredients like eggs and sugar were in short supply, and rock cakes required fewer of these than many other baked goods. This made them an ideal treat during the wartime period.
They were promoted by the British government as a way to use fewer eggs and less sugar while still providing a tasty baked item. The Ministry of Food even included them in their wartime cookbooks.
While rock cakes are quintessentially British, they became popular in other parts of the world due to the British Empire's influence, spreading to countries like Australia and New Zealand.
Rock cakes have a crumbly texture on the outside with a slightly softer interior. They are often compared to scones but with a coarser texture and more rugged appearance.
Traditionally, rock cakes are made with flour, baking powder, sugar, butter, mixed dried fruit, eggs, and sometimes spices like cinnamon or mixed spice. They can be made with variations, including different types of dried fruits, nuts, or even chocolate chips.
Rock cakes have been mentioned in various British literary works. For example, they are featured in J.K. Rowling's Harry Potter series, where Hagrid makes rock cakes for Harry, Ron, and Hermione.
Rock cakes are often enjoyed as part of an afternoon tea spread in the UK, alongside other traditional treats like scones, finger sandwiches, and various pastries.

Rock cakes are cherished for their simplicity and the nostalgic comfort they bring, reminiscent of simpler times and home baking.

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Ingredients:
- 250g (2 cups + 1 tbsp) plain flour
- 2 tsp baking powder
- Pinch of salt
- 100g (1 stick) cold unsalted butter, diced
- 75g (1/4 cup + 2 tbsp) caster sugar
- 1/2 tsp mixed spice or cinnamon (optional) see below
- 150g (1 cup) mixed dried fruit (e.g., sultanas and raisins)
- 50ml (1/4 cup) buttermilk
- 1 large egg
- 1 tsp vanilla extract (optional)
- 2 tbsp demerara sugar (for sprinkling)

Mixed spice
1 tbsp cinnamon
1 tsp Nutmeg
1 tsp allspice
1 tsp ginger
1/2 tsp cloves
1/2 tsp coriander

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