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Hot Cross Buns

Hot Cross Buns

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Prep Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 50 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 200
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon active dry yeast
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
  • 1 1/4 cups warm milk
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1 egg
  • 3/4 cup dried currants or raisins
For the Cross:
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup water
For the Glaze:
  • 1/4 cup apricot preserves or orange marmalade
  • 1 tablespoon water

Method
 

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, salt, yeast, and spices.
  2. In a separate bowl, mix together the warm milk, melted butter, and egg.
  3. Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until a dough forms.
  4. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes, or until smooth and elastic.
  5. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
  6. Punch down the dough and knead in the dried currants or raisins.
  7. Divide the dough into 12 equal portions and shape each into a ball.
  8. Place the balls on a greased baking sheet, leaving space between each bun.
  9. Cover the buns with a clean kitchen towel and let them rise for another 30 minutes.
  10. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  11. In a small bowl, mix together the flour and water to form a thick paste for the cross.
  12. Pipe a cross onto the top of each bun using the flour paste.
  13. Bake the buns in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until golden brown.
  14. While the buns are baking, heat the apricot preserves or orange marmalade with water in a small saucepan until melted.
  15. Remove the buns from the oven and brush them with the glaze while still warm.
  16. Let the buns cool slightly before serving. Enjoy!
  17. These homemade Hot Cross Buns are perfect for Easter brunch or as a delightful snack any time of the year. Enjoy the warm spices and sweet fruit in every bite!

Notes

These homemade Hot Cross Buns are perfect for Easter brunch or as a delightful snack any time of the year. Enjoy the warm spices and sweet fruit in every bite!