1. 1

   Step 1

   In a large bowl, mix 450g flour, 14g yeast, 50g sugar and 1 tsp salt.

2. 2

   Step 2

   Make a well in the center and add 150ml warm milk, 1 beaten egg and 50g melted butter.

3. 3

   Step 3

   Mix with a wooden spoon and then your hands to form a soft dough. Adjust with water or flour if needed.

4. 4

   Step 4

   Knead the dough on a floured surface until smooth and elastic.

5. 5

   Step 5

   Shape into a ball, place in a greased bowl, cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled in size.

6. 6

   Step 6

   Preheat oven to 200C (180C fan) and grease a 21x21cm square tin.

7. 7

   Step 7

   Knead the risen dough briefly to knock out air, then roll into a 20x30cm rectangle.

8. 8

   Step 8

   Spread 25g softened butter over the dough.

9. 9

   Step 9

   Scatter 100g currants and 50g chopped sultanas over the butter.

10. 10

    Step 10

    Mix 2 tsp mixed spice with 25g caster sugar and sprinkle evenly over the fruit.

11. 11

    Step 11

    Roll the dough tightly from the long edge into a spiral.

12. 12

    Step 12

    Slice the roll into 9 equal buns and arrange them cut-side up in the tin.

13. 13

    Step 13

    Cover with a damp cloth and leave to prove in a warm place until doubled.

14. 14

    Step 14

    Bake for 10 minutes, then reduce heat to 180C (160C fan) and bake for another 10 minutes.

    Timer 20 min
15. 15

    Step 15

    Dissolve 2 tbsp sugar in 1 tbsp water and brush over the hot buns.

16. 16

    Step 16

    Cool in the tin for 10 minutes before serving.

    Timer 10 min

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