Description
Hot cross buns are a timeless treat, perfect for any occasion. With their soft, spiced texture and delightful sweetness from dried fruits, these warm buns fill your kitchen with an inviting aroma. This easy hot cross buns recipe will guide you in creating a batch that’s ideal for sharing at family gatherings or enjoying as a cozy snack. Whether you savor them fresh from the oven with butter or as part of a festive brunch, these hot cross buns are sure to bring joy to your kitchen!
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tsp active dry yeast
- 1 cup warm milk (110°F)
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground nutmeg
- 1/2 cup dried currants or raisins
- 1/4 cup softened butter
- 1/2 cup flour + water (as needed)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit until frothy (about 5 minutes).
- In another bowl, combine flour, salt, cinnamon, and nutmeg. Gradually add to the yeast mixture until combined.
- Knead on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth. Incorporate butter and dried fruits; knead until well mixed.
- Place in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let rise in a warm place for about an hour until doubled.
- Punch down the dough and divide into equal pieces. Shape into buns and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Cover shaped buns loosely with plastic wrap; let rise again for about 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Create a paste of flour and water for crosses on top of each bun.
- Bake for approximately 20 minutes until golden brown; cool slightly before serving.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: International
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bun (85g)
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 6g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 43g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 6g
- Cholesterol: 15mg