Easter Hot Cross Buns
These soft and spiced Easter Hot Cross Buns are perfect for a festive breakfast. They can be prepared ahead of time and are delightful served warm with butter or jam.
Ingredients
Dough Ingredients
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 packet active dry yeast (2 1/4 tsp)
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/2 teaspoon allspice
- 1 cup milk Warm to about 110°F to 115°F
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter Melted
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup raisins Can substitute with chocolate chips
- 1/2 cup mixed peel Optional
For the Cross
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
- water as needed To create a paste
For the Glaze
- 1/4 cup apricot jam Warm before glazing
Instructions
Prepare the Dough
- In a bowl, mix the flour, sugar, yeast, salt, and spices.
- Warm the milk and butter until melted, then stir into the dry ingredients.
- Add the eggs and mix until a dough forms.
- Fold in the raisins and mixed peel.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth.
First Rise
- Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise until doubled, about 1 hour.
Shape the Buns
- Punch down the dough, divide into buns, and shape them.
- Arrange on a baking tray and let rise again for 30 minutes.
Bake
- Mix flour and water to create a paste for the cross, and pipe it onto the buns.
- Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
Glaze and Cool
- Glaze with warmed apricot jam and cool before serving.
Notes
Leftovers keep well for short term in an airtight container or can be frozen. Reheat without sogginess by unwrapping and heating in an oven.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 4gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 3gSodium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 10g
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