Instructions

1. 1
   Heat milk and water to lukewarm.
2. 2
   Crumble yeast. Mix with ½ cup (120 ml) flour. Stir in tepid milk/water and mix well.
3. 3
   Cover and set aside in warm place until yeast is active and frothing, about 10–15 minutes.
4. 4
   Mix remaining flour, sugar, salt, cinnamon and nutmeg.
5. 5
   Stir egg and butter into the yeast mix, add the flour mixture and fruit. Mix well.
6. 6
   Put dough onto a floured surface and knead. Return to bowl, and let rise until double in bulk, about 1 hour.
7. 7
   Turn onto a floured surface and knead again.
8. 8
   Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
9. 9
   Divide dough into twelve pieces and shape into buns. Mark a deep cross on the top of each bun.
10. 10
    Arrange on a baking tray, cover with tea towel, and let rise for 30 minutes. Bake in preheated 375°F (190°C) oven for 15 minutes or until golden brown.
11. 11
    Mix together flour, vegetable oil and golden syrup.
12. 12
    Remove buns from tray and glaze.