Rock Bun

Instructions

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

2. In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt until well combined.

3. Add the cold, cubed butter to the dry ingredients. Using your fingertips, rub the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs. This step will ensure a flaky texture for your rock buns.

4. In a separate bowl, beat the egg lightly. Add the milk and vanilla extract, and whisk until combined.

5. Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients and pour in the wet ingredients. Stir gently until just combined. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the rock buns tough.

6. Gently fold in the raisins or currants until evenly distributed throughout the dough.

7. Using a spoon, scoop out portions of the dough and place them on the prepared baking sheet. Leave some space between each portion, as the rock buns will spread slightly as they bake.

8. Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the rock buns are golden brown on top. A toothpick inserted into the center of a bun should come out clean when they are done.

9. Remove the baking sheet from the oven and let the rock buns cool slightly before transferring them to a wire rack to cool completely.