Hot Cross Bun Recipe
If you are looking for a delicious hot cross bun recipe then we have one for you here.
These hot cross buns are absolutely incredible and are perfect for Easter
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Hot Cross Buns
Servings: 12 buns
Ingredients
Dough:
- 325g plain flour
- 150ml whole milk
- 50g granulated sugar
- 2 tsp instant yeast (or 2½ tsp active dry yeast)
- ½ tsp cinnamon
- ½ tsp ground allspice
- ¾ tsp salt
- 1 egg
- 42.5g unsalted butter, softened
- 125g raisins or currants
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Zest of ½ an orange
Cross Mixture:
- 65g flour
- 90g water
Glaze:
- 2 tbsp apricot jam
- 1 tbsp warm water
Instructions
- In a bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, yeast, salt, and spices.
- In another bowl, combine milk, egg, butter, vanilla, and orange zest.
- Mix the wet and dry ingredients until a shaggy dough forms, then knead until smooth and elastic.
- Cover and allow the dough to rise for 1-1.5 hours until doubled.
- Mix in the raisins evenly, then divide the dough into 12 equal portions and shape into balls.
- Place on a lined baking tray and let them rise for 45 minutes.
- Mix flour and water for the cross, then pipe a cross over each bun.
- Bake at 190°C (375°F) for 10 minutes, then reduce to 175°C (350°F) and bake for another 12-15 minutes.
- Warm the apricot jam with water, then brush over the buns for a glossy finish.
Nutritional Information (per bun):
- Calories: 180 kcal
- Protein: 4g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fibre: 2g
- Fat: 4g
Health Benefits:
✔ Fibre-Rich: Wholemeal flour can be substituted for extra fibre, promoting digestion.
✔ Bone Health: Dairy-based milk provides calcium for strong bones.
✔ Slow-Release Energy: The combination of carbs, fat, and protein sustains energy levels.