Traditional Hot Cross Buns Recipe
Enjoy the cherished experience of baking homemade Hot Cross Buns. A perfect treat for the holidays or any cozy afternoon.
medium
03:45
6
METHOD
Step 1.
Combine warm milk, yeast, and one tsp sugar in a bowl. Let it sit until frothy, about 15 minutes.Step 2.
In a large bowl, whisk together flour, cinnamon, nutmeg, and the remaining sugar.Step 3.
Make a well in the centre of the flour mixture and add the yeast mixture, melted butter, egg, and dried fruit. Mix until a soft dough forms.Step 4.
On a floured surface, knead the dough until smooth and elastic, about 10 minutes.Step 5.
Place the dough in a greased bowl, covering it with a damp cloth. Allow it to rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1-2 hours.Step 6.
Punch down the dough and divide it into 12 equal pieces. Shape each piece into a bun and place on a baking tray. Cover with a damp cloth and leave to rise for another hour.Step 7.
For the cross, mix flour and water to create a paste. Pipe crosses onto the buns.Step 8.
Bake at 220°C (428°F) for 20 minutes or until golden brown. Brush with warm apricot jam for a glossy finish.Step 9.
Let the buns cool on a wire rack before serving.
INGREDIENTS
300 mlWarm milk
7 gActive dry yeast
75 gSugar
500 gPlain flour
2 tspCinnamon
0.5 tspNutmeg
50 gUnsalted butter, melted
1 Egg
125 gDried fruit (raisins, currants, or mixed peel)
75 gPlain flour (for crosses)
50 mlWater (for crosses)
2 tbspApricot jam, warmed
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