Paris buns facts for kids
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Paris buns
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| Type | scone |
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| Region or state | Scotland |
| Serving temperature | warm |
| Main ingredients | flour, butter, sugar, fruit, egg, milk, sugar nibs |
| Other information | Served sliced horizontally and buttered |
Paris buns are a delicious sweet treat, a bit like a soft cake or a large scone. They are especially popular in Scotland, where they have been enjoyed for many years. People often eat them sliced in half and spread with butter, usually served warm.
What Are Paris Buns?
Paris buns are made from simple ingredients. These include flour, butter, sugar, eggs, and milk. They often have dried fruit mixed in, like currants or raisins. Sometimes, they are topped with crunchy sugar nibs. This gives them a lovely texture and extra sweetness.
A Taste of Scotland
Even though they are called "Paris buns," they are strongly linked to Scotland. An old cookbook from 1881 even called them "Scotch" buns. This shows how long they have been a part of Scottish baking traditions. Back then, these tasty treats were very affordable. The cookbook mentioned that you could buy three Paris buns for just one penny!
Paris Buns in Culture
Paris buns have even appeared in books and songs! This shows how much they are loved and remembered.
In Stories
The writer John Dufresne included Paris buns in one of his stories. His short story collection, Johnny Too Bad, published in 2005, features a story called 'Lemonade & Paris Buns'.
In Music
The famous musician Van Morrison also mentioned Paris buns. He sang about them in his song 'Cleaning Windows'. This song is from his 1982 album called Beautiful Vision.
