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Hot Cross Buns

Hot Cross Buns recipe
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There’s something truly magical about homemade Hot Cross Buns, particularly when the aroma fills your kitchen and sweeps you into a world of comfort and nostalgia. These fluffy, spiced buns are studded with sweet sultanas and zesty orange peel, making them a delightful treat at any time of year. Perfect for sharing with loved ones over coffee or tea, this recipe is not only simple to follow but also invites creativity in its variations. Whether you enjoy them fresh from the oven or toasted with butter, these buns promise warmth and joy in every bite.

Ingredients

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  • 3 teaspoons instant yeast
  • 1/2 cup caster sugar
  • 1 1/2 cups warm milk
  • 4 1/4 cups bread flour
  • 2 teaspoons cinnamon powder
  • 2 teaspoons allspice
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1 1/2 cups sultanas
  • Zest of 1–2 oranges
  • 50g unsalted butter (melted)
  • 1 egg (room temperature)

Instructions

  1. In a large mixing bowl, combine bread flour, yeast, sugar, cinnamon, allspice, and salt; mix well.
  2. Gradually add warm milk, melted butter, and egg; stir until a sticky dough forms.
  3. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  4. Place the kneaded dough in a greased bowl; cover and let it rise in a warm spot for 1-1.5 hours or until doubled in size.
  5. Punch down the dough gently, then fold in sultanas and orange zest.
  6. Divide the dough into twelve equal pieces; shape each piece into a ball.
  7. Place shaped buns close together in a greased baking dish; cover and let rise for another 30-45 minutes.
  8. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C) while the buns rise.
  9. Bake for about 20-25 minutes until golden brown; cool slightly before glazing with apricot jam mixed with water.

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