These Spiced Date and Almond Swirl Buns are a perfect combination of sweet, spiced, and nutty flavours, wrapped in golden puff pastry. Whether you're looking for a teatime treat, a breakfast indulgence, or a snack to impress guests, these buns tick all the boxes. The star ingredients—dates, cardamom, and almonds—blend beautifully to create an irresistible filling, making these buns a must-try for any home baker.
These Date and Cardamom Swirl Buns use just a few key ingredients, yet the flavour is anything but simple. The pitted dates provide a natural sweetness and sticky texture that complements the warm, fragrant cardamom. Almonds add a crunchy contrast, while the buttery puff pastry ensures each bite is light and flaky. A finishing dusting of icing sugar adds the perfect touch of sweetness.
Making these Spiced Date and Almond Swirl Buns is a delightful and straightforward process. Begin by preparing your date and cardamom filling. Blend the pitted dates, ground cardamom, and milk into a smooth, spreadable paste.
Next, unfold your puff pastry sheet and evenly spread the date mixture over it.
Sprinkle the crushed almonds over the paste to add a delicious crunch.
Fold one-third of the pastry toward the centre, then fold the other side over, meeting in the middle
Fold in half once more to create a neat rectangle.
Cut the folded pastry into 2cm strips.
Gently stretch each strip, twist it 3-4 times, and roll it into a spiral shape.
Place the shaped buns into a greased muffin tin, brush them with the egg wash, and bake until golden.
The final result is a tray of beautifully golden, flaky buns that look as good as they taste.
These buns are also highly customisable. If you prefer a milder cardamom flavour, you can easily adjust the amount. You could even experiment with different spices like cinnamon or nutmeg. For an extra indulgent touch, try drizzling the buns with a glaze instead of icing sugar.
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These Spiced Date and Almond Swirl Buns are a delightful combination of sweet, sticky dates, aromatic cardamom, and toasted almonds, all wrapped in buttery puff pastry. Easy to make and perfect for breakfast or a teatime treat, these golden buns are finished with a dusting of icing sugar for a touch of sweetness!
Whisk 1 egg yolk with 1 tbsp milk, then brush over the buns before baking for a golden finish.
Servings: 12 ServingCalories:235.89kcalTotal Fat:13.63gSaturated Fat: 3.02gTrans Fat: 0gCholesterol:12.76mgSodium:70mgPotassium:190.11mgTotal Carbohydrate:26.46gDietary Fiber: 2.38gSugars: 11.86gProtein:3.91gVitamin A: 8.38IUVitamin C: 0.1mgCalcium: 39.56mgIron: 1.14mgVitamin D: 0.14IUVitamin E: 1.67IUVitamin K: 4.77mcgThiamin: 0.13mgRiboflavin: 0.16mgNiacin: 1.6mgVitamin B6: 0.06mgFolate: 10.49mcgVitamin B12: 0.05mcgPhosphorus: 65.01mgMagnesium: 30.82mgZinc: 0.48mg
For best results, use cold puff pastry straight from the fridge to ensure it bakes up flaky and crisp.
If using frozen puff pastry, make sure to fully thaw it in the fridge before unfolding to avoid cracks.
Work quickly with the pastry to prevent it from becoming too soft, which can make it harder to handle and affect the texture when baked.
The cardamom flavour is quite strong in these buns, so if you prefer a milder taste, reduce the amount of cardamom.
If baking on a sheet instead of a muffin tin, the buns may spread and won’t be as uniform in shape.
Every oven varies, so keep an eye on the buns as the baking time may differ slightly.
