Traditional Plum Shuttles

Make a rich yeast dough with flour, butter, sugar, milk, and spices (caraway or mixed spice).

Mix in a generous amount of currants or raisins (traditionally called 'plums').

Let the dough rise until doubled.

Shape the dough into long, oval buns with pointed ends, meant to look like a weaver's shuttle.

Place on a baking tray, let rise again, and brush with milk or egg wash.

Bake at 200°C for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.

Traditionally made for Valentine's Day or for weavers' feasts.