Description
Indulge in the warm, spiced goodness of Traditional Hot Cross Buns—a beloved Easter treat that fills your home with delightful aromas. Soft and pillowy, these buns are enhanced by a rich blend of spices and sweet dried fruit, making them perfect for breakfast or as a festive dessert. Share them with loved ones during special occasions, and create lasting memories with every delicious bite.
Ingredients
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- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 ¼ tsp active dry yeast (1 packet)
- 1 cup whole milk, warmed
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs, at room temperature
- 1 cup mixed dried fruit (currants/raisins)
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- ¼ tsp ground nutmeg
- Zest of 1 orange
- Powdered sugar for glazing
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine warm milk and sugar; sprinkle yeast on top. Let sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- Stir in melted butter, eggs, orange zest, flour, spices, and salt until a sticky dough forms.
- Knead on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
- Place dough in a greased bowl; cover with a damp cloth and let rise in a warm area until doubled in size (1-2 hours).
- Gently fold in dried fruit. Divide dough into 12 pieces and shape into balls.
- Arrange on a lined baking sheet; cover and let rise for another 30-45 minutes while preheating oven to 375°F (190°C).
- Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown. Cool slightly before glazing with powdered sugar.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Traditional
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 5g
- Cholesterol: 40mg