Boston Bun Pink Icing

Transform your teatime experience with the nostalgic charm of a homemade Boston Bun topped with vibrant pink icing and a sprinkling of desiccated coconut. This classic Australian favorite combines the unexpected richness of mashed potato with warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg, creating a uniquely moist and subtly sweet bun. Baked to perfection and finished with a playful pink glaze, this recipe is sure to delight in both flavor and presentation. With a prep time of just 20 minutes and simple steps, this Boston Bun is perfect for beginners and seasoned bakers alike. Slice it up and pair it with a hot cup of tea or coffee for a treat that's as comforting as it is eye-catching. Keywords: Boston Bun recipe, pink icing dessert, classic Australian baking, homemade tea bun, coconut topping.

Nutriscore Rating: 49/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:70 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 cups self-raising flour
• 0.5 cups sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 0.5 teaspoons ground nutmeg
• 1 cup cooked mashed potato
• 0.75 cups milk
• 0.5 cups desiccated coconut
• 1.5 cups powdered sugar
• 2 teaspoons butter
• 2 tablespoons hot water
• 2 drops pink food coloring
• 0.25 cups extra desiccated coconut (for topping)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a round 9-inch baking tin with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the self-raising flour, sugar, ground cinnamon, and ground nutmeg.

Step 3

Add the mashed potato and milk to the dry ingredients. Mix gently until a smooth dough forms. Do not overmix.

Step 4

Fold in the desiccated coconut until evenly distributed throughout the dough.

Step 5

Scoop the dough into the prepared baking tin and smooth the top with a spatula.

Step 6

Bake in the preheated oven for 45–50 minutes, or until a skewer inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 7

Remove the bun from the oven and allow it to cool completely in the tin before transferring it to a wire rack.

Step 8

To prepare the pink icing, sift the powdered sugar into a bowl. Add the butter, hot water, and pink food coloring.

Step 9

Mix the icing ingredients until a smooth, spreadable consistency is achieved. Add small amounts of extra hot water if needed.

Step 10

Spread the pink icing evenly over the cooled bun with a knife or spatula.

Step 11

Sprinkle the extra desiccated coconut over the top of the icing for decoration.

Step 12

Slice and serve your Boston Bun with tea or coffee. Store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to 2 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1118.2 grams (1118.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3213

Total Fat 95.20g	122%
Saturated Fat 77.20g	386%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.40g
Cholesterol 38mg	13%
Sodium 2751mg	120%
Total Carbohydrate 559.10g	203%
Dietary Fiber 31.50g	113%
Total Sugars 296.70g
Protein 43.20g	86%

Vitamin D 82IU	410%
Calcium 351mg	27%
Iron 8mg	46%
Potassium 1709mg	36%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 26.2%

Protein: 5.3%

Carbs: 68.5%