Antiguan raisin buns, also known as "bun and cheese"[1] because it is eaten with cheese, is a type of traditional bread from the island of Antigua, in the West Indies.[2] It is a sweet, enriched raisin bread made with ingredients such as sugar, butter, eggs, and sometimes spices like nutmeg. It is typically baked in a round shape,[2] typically eaten with cheese. While eaten year round, it is most popular during Easter.[2]

Ingredients

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  • Flour
  • Instant yeast
  • Butter
  • Milk
  • Raisins
  • Brown sugar
  • Salt
  • Mixed spices

References

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  1. ^ "Antigua's Raisin Buns: Delicious With Cheese or on Their Own". The Spruce Eats. Retrieved 2023-02-05.
  2. ^ a b c ChainBaker (2021-05-02). "Antiguan Raisin Buns, Unique Bun & Cheese Recipe". ChainBaker. Retrieved 2023-02-05.
  3. ^ "Antiguan Bun | Spiced Raisin Bread". Soft Pastels Life. 2021-03-17. Retrieved 2023-02-16.