Jamaican Easter Bun

Experience the rich, spiced flavors of a traditional **Jamaican Easter Bun**, a beloved holiday treat that's perfect for festive gatherings or enjoying year-round. This soft, moist loaf boasts a delightful blend of warm spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice, combined with the deep, caramel-like notes of molasses, honey, and Guinness stout. Packed with plump raisins, candied citrus peel, and optional cherries, every bite offers a burst of sweetness balanced by a hint of bitterness from the stout. Easy to prepare in under 90 minutes, this fragrant bun is traditionally served sliced and paired with sharp cheddar cheese, creating a sweet and savory combo that's simply irresistible. Perfect for Easter celebrations or any occasion, this recipe is sure to become a cherished family favorite.

Nutriscore Rating: 52/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:60 mins

Total Time:80 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 4 cups All-purpose flour
• 2 teaspoons Baking powder
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
• 1 teaspoon Ground allspice
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 1.5 cups Brown sugar
• 0.5 cup Molasses
• 0.25 cup Honey
• 1 cup Guinness stout (or similar dark beer)
• 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
• 1 cup Dried raisins
• 0.5 cup Mixed peel (candied citrus peel)
• 0.25 cup Cherries (halved, optional)
• 0.5 cup Butter (melted)
• 2 large Eggs

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a loaf pan or line it with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, ground cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, and salt. Set aside.

Step 3

In a medium saucepan over medium-low heat, combine the brown sugar, molasses, honey, and Guinness stout. Stir gently until the sugar dissolves fully, and then remove the mixture from the heat. Allow it to cool slightly.

Step 4

Once cooled, whisk in the melted butter, vanilla extract, and beaten eggs into the liquid mixture until well combined.

Step 5

Gradually add the liquid mixture into the bowl of dry ingredients, mixing gently until a smooth batter forms.

Step 6

Stir in the dried raisins, mixed peel, and optional halved cherries, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the batter.

Step 7

Pour the batter into the prepared loaf pan and smooth the top with a spatula.

Step 8

Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 55–60 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean.

Step 9

Once baked, remove the Easter bun from the oven and let it cool in the pan for about 10 minutes before transferring it to a wire rack to cool completely.

Step 10

Slice and serve with your favorite sharp cheddar cheese for a traditional Jamaican Easter treat!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1725.7 grams (1725.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5240

Total Fat 112.00g	144%
Saturated Fat 64.80g	324%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.10g
Cholesterol 630mg	210%
Sodium 2398mg	104%
Total Carbohydrate 995.80g	362%
Dietary Fiber 28.50g	102%
Total Sugars 566.60g
Protein 70.50g	141%

Vitamin D 82IU	410%
Calcium 842mg	65%
Iron 38mg	209%
Potassium 4786mg	102%

*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: 19.1%

Protein: 5.3%

Carbs: 75.5%