Sugar-Free Chelsea Bun
Indulge guilt-free with these Sugar-Free Chelsea Buns—a wholesome take on a classic favorite. Crafted with nutrient-rich whole wheat flour, sweetened naturally with stevia, and enriched with unsweetened almond milk and mixed nuts, these buns strike the perfect balance between healthy and delicious. Warmly spiced with cinnamon and mixed spice, and packed with juicy raisins, they boast a fragrant, bakery-style aroma. This recipe eliminates refined sugars without sacrificing the soft, fluffy texture and delectable flavor you love. Perfect for breakfast, tea-time, or a satisfying snack, these Chelsea buns are a family-friendly treat that’s both nourishing and satisfying. Plus, they're easier to make than you think, featuring straightforward steps that any home baker can master!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams Whole wheat flour
- 7 grams Instant yeast
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 250 milliliters Unsweetened almond milk
- 50 grams Unsalted butter
- 1 large Egg
- 2 tablespoons Stevia
- 100 grams Raisins
- 1 teaspoon Mixed spice
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 50 grams Chopped mixed nuts
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the whole wheat flour and salt. Add the instant yeast and mix well to distribute evenly.
In a saucepan over low heat, warm the unsweetened almond milk and unsalted butter until the butter melts. Allow to cool slightly so that it’s warm but not hot.
Whisk the large egg and stevia into the milk and butter mixture, ensuring everything is well combined.
Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour the wet mixture in. Stir until a sticky dough forms.
Turn the dough out onto a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover with a clean cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Preheat the oven to 180°C (356°F). Line a baking pan with parchment paper.
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out on a floured surface into a large rectangle approximately 1 cm thick.
Spread the raisins, chopped mixed nuts, mixed spice, and ground cinnamon evenly over the dough.
Roll the dough up tightly from one long edge to the other to form a log. Cut the log into 12 equal slices using a sharp knife.
Arrange the slices cut side up in the prepared baking pan, ensuring they are close but not touching.
Cover the pan lightly and let the buns rise again for about 20 minutes until puffed up.
Bake in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown and the buns sound hollow when tapped.
Remove from the oven and allow to cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2834 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 90.9 g | 117% | |
| Saturated Fat | 32.7 g | 164% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 330 mg | 110% | |
| Sodium | 2686 mg | 117% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 460.2 g | 167% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 72.8 g | 260% | |
| Total Sugars | 69.8 g | ||
| Protein | 88.9 g | 178% | |
| Vitamin D | 3.7 mcg | 18% | |
| Calcium | 782 mg | 60% | |
| Iron | 24.7 mg | 137% | |
| Potassium | 3339 mg | 71% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
