Name: Jamaican Bun and Cheese
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 50 min
Total time: 70 min
Ingredients: 2 cups all-purpose flour; 1 cup brown sugar; 1 cup molasses; 1 cup mixed dried fruits ((such as raisins, currants, and mixed peel)); 1/2 cup melted butter; 1/2 cup milk; 2 teaspoons baking powder; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg; 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice; 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract; Pinch salt; cheddar cheese (slices (to serve))

Jamaican Bun and Cheese

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Jamaican Bun and Cheese is a delightful and popular traditional Jamaican treat! It’s a unique combination of a soft, sweet, and spiced bun paired with a slice of tangy, creamy cheese. The bun is typically made with ingredients like molasses, spices, and dried fruits, giving it a rich and aromatic flavor. Bun and Cheese is enjoyed by many Jamaicans, especially during festive occasions like Easter. It’s a delicious snack that perfectly balances sweet and savory flavors.

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Prep Time 20

Cook Time 50

Total Time 1 10

Servings: 4 servings

Course: Breakfast, Dessert, Lunch

Cuisine: Caribbean, Jamaican

Calories: 1016

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Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup brown sugar
1 cup molasses
1 cup mixed dried fruits (such as raisins, currants, and mixed peel)
1/2 cup melted butter
1/2 cup milk
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
Pinch salt
cheddar cheese slices (to serve)

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Method

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking pan with parchment paper.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, brown sugar, baking powder, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, and salt.
In a separate bowl, mix together the melted butter, molasses, milk, and vanilla extract until well combined.
Slowly pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, stirring until a thick batter forms.
Fold in the mixed dried fruits until evenly distributed in the batter.
Pour the batter into the lined baking pan, spreading it out evenly.
Bake in the preheated oven for approximately 45-50 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.
Once baked, remove from the oven and let it cool completely on a wire rack.
Slice the cooled bun into thick slices and serve each slice with a generous piece of cheddar cheese on top.

Nutrition

Calories: 1016kcalCarbohydrates: 196gProtein: 9gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 65mgSodium: 464mgPotassium: 1728mgFiber: 5gSugar: 118gVitamin A: 762IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 407mgIron: 9mg

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