Celebrate Children’s Day with the rugged yet delightful Jamaican Rock Bun. These little cakes are crunchy on the outside and soft and sweet on the inside. They’re a true Jamaican classic and are perfect for baking with the kids.
Ingredients:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup shredded coconut
- 1 tsp baking powder
- ½ tsp ground nutmeg
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp salt
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 egg
- ½ cup unsalted butter, melted
- ¼ cup milk
Instructions:
- Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
- In a bowl, mix flour, sugar, coconut, baking powder, nutmeg, cinnamon, and salt.
- In another bowl, beat egg, add melted butter, milk, and vanilla extract.
- Combine wet and dry ingredients until just mixed.
- Drop spoonfuls of the mixture onto a greased baking sheet.
- Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
- Cool on a wire rack.
Rock Bun is a delightful snack that brings back the sweet memories of childhood. Celebrate Children’s Day by baking these with your kids and reliving the simple joys of yesteryears. For a detailed recipe, visit Cook Like A Jamaican.
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