The finger bun is a fruit bun popular in the United Kingdom; Australia, particularly in South Australia and Victoria; and New Zealand. At one time it was a bakery and school staple but its popularity has waned.[1] It has been used to help promote awareness of breast cancer.[2]

Finger bun
Alternative namesIced finger
TypeSpiced bun
Place of originAustralia, New Zealand, United Kingdom
Main ingredientsWheat flour, leavening agent, water or milk, sugar, dried fruit, spices, coconut icing

They are also popular in the United Kingdom where, unlike in Australia, they are eaten unbuttered.[3]

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References

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  1. ^ BestRecipes Team. "Finger bun recipe: How to make this retro treat | Australia's Best Recipes". Bestrecipes.com.au. Retrieved 2019-06-29.
  2. ^ "Pollies give breast cancer the finger…bun!". Breast Cancer Network Australia. 2021-04-02. Archived from the original on 2021-04-02.
  3. ^ Wood, Samantha (2020-11-16). "Butter with … chunky chips, iced buns or steamed pudding? Readers spill the beans on their tasty little secrets". The Guardian. Archived from the original on 2020-11-16.