Description
These Easy Hot Cross Buns are a delightful treat, perfect for any occasion. Soft, warm, and spiced, they are filled with sultanas and topped with a sweet cross.
Ingredients
Scale
1/2 cup warm water
1/2 cup warm milk
1/2 cup plus 1 tbsp light brown sugar
4 tsp active dried yeast
1/3 cup 75g butter melted
1 egg
1 tsp salt
4 cups bread flour or plain flour
1 tbsp mixed spice or pumpkin pie spice
1 tbsp cinnamon
1 tsp vanilla extract
1 cup sultanas or mixed fruit
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine warm water, warm milk, and 1 tablespoon of brown sugar. Sprinkle yeast on top and let it activate for about 5 minutes.
- Add melted butter, egg, salt, remaining brown sugar, mixed spice, cinnamon, and vanilla extract to the yeast mixture. Stir until combined.
- Gradually add bread flour, mixing until a soft dough forms. Knead for about 10 minutes until smooth.
- Incorporate sultanas or mixed fruit, then shape the dough into a ball. Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Punch down the dough and divide it into equal pieces. Shape each piece into a bun and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Let the buns rise for another 30 minutes. Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
- Let cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your delicious hot cross buns!
Notes
These buns are best enjoyed fresh but can be stored in an airtight container for a few days. Reheat before serving for the best taste.
- Prep Time: 20
- Cook Time: 30
- Category: Dessert
- Method: baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bun
- Calories: 220 kcal
- Sugar: 12 g
- Sodium: 150 mg
- Fat: 6 g
- Saturated Fat: 3.5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 5 g
- Cholesterol: 25 mg
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