Boston bun

A Boston bun, also known as a Sally Lunn, is a large spiced bun with a thick layer of coconut icing, prevalent in Australia and New Zealand. Traditionally the bun contains sieved mashed potato,[1] and modern versions sometimes contain raisins or sultanas, the inclusion of which dates from the 1930s.[2] Records for the sale of a product named "Boston Bun" can be found dating from the early 20th century.[3] It is often served sliced and buttered, to accompany a cup of tea. The origin of the name is unknown.[4] In the North Island of New Zealand, it is also known as a "Sally Lunn", although it has no relation to the traditional English bun of the same name.

This article is about the iced bun called a Sally Lunn in parts of New Zealand. For the bun originating in England, see Sally Lunn bun.
Boston bun
Alternative namesSally Lunn
TypeSpiced bun
Place of originAustralia, New Zealand
Main ingredientsWheat flour, mashed potato, raising agent, water or milk, sugar, dried fruit, spices, coconut icing

See also

References
  1. "Boston Bun" Archived July 24, 2011, at the Wayback Machine, recipe, New Zealand Woman's Weekly
  2. "RECIPES". Wagga Wagga Express (NSW : 1930 - 1939). 1930-09-06. p. 15. Retrieved 2019-09-03.
  3. "BREVITIES". Independent (Footscray, Vic. : 1883 - 1922). 1906-06-23. p. 2. Retrieved 2019-09-03.
  4. "Aussie Food Terms". The Australian Dictionary Centre. October 2004. Archived from the original on April 11, 2009. Retrieved 2008-09-09.
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