This post may contain affiliate links.See my disclosure policy.Soft, fluffy, buttery, yeast dough swirled with mixed spices, candied lemon peel, and dried currants can’t even begin to describe these deliciously sticky, caramelized pastries that have been part of Britain’s culinary heritage for over 300 years.

A personal favorite of mine, this authentic Chelsea Buns recipe captures all the warmth and charm of traditional English baking.What is a Chelsea Bun? A Chelsea bun is a traditional english pastry made with an enriched yeast dough that’s rolled out and spread with butter, brown sugar, mixed spices, and dried fruits (currants and candied lemon peel), rolled into a log, sliced into rounds, and baked in a square pan so they come out square-shaped.They are then brushed with a sticky clear sugar glaze to give them a shiny finish.

They are a popular teatime treat and are often enjoyed warm.As their names suggest, Chelsea buns originated in the Chelsea neighborhood of London, England in the early 18th century.They were first made at the renowned Bun House, a favorite shop of the British royal family that sold a variety of buns including Hot Cross Buns.

Being of the House of Hanover and accustomed to German-style pastries, the Chelsea Buns were a particular favorite of Kings George II, III and queens Caroline and Charlotte.King George III and Charlotte would regularly visit the Bun House with their children.The Bun House finally closed in 1839 after a long run of

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