A Boston bun, also known as a Sally Lunn, is a large
spiced bun
A spiced bun is a sweet bun to which spices were added during the baking process. Common examples are the hot cross bun and the Jamaican spiced bun.
Common spices
Spices used in the preparation of spiced buns include:
* cinnamon
* mace
* ...
with a thick layer of coconut
icing, prevalent in
Australia
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and
New Zealand. Traditionally the bun contains sieved
mashed potato, and modern versions sometimes contain
raisins or sultanas, the inclusion of which dates from the 1930s. Records for the sale of a product named "Boston Bun" can be found dating from the early 20th century.
It is often served sliced and buttered, to accompany a cup of
tea. The origin of the name is unknown.
In the North Island of New Zealand, it is also known as a "Sally Lunn", although it has no relation to the
traditional English bun of the same name.
See also
*
Sally Lunn bun
*
List of buns
References
External links
Australian Boston BunBoston Bun Recipe from Recipezaar.comWomen’s Weekly Boston Bun Recipe
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Australian cuisine
Australian breads
New Zealand cuisine
New Zealand breads
Sweet breads
Buns
Foods containing coconut
Australian desserts