Name: Hot cross buns
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 25 min
Ingredients: 2 cups all-purpose flour; 1/4 cup sugar; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg; 1/4 teaspoon ground cloves; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/2 cup warm milk; 2 tablespoons melted butter; 1 egg; 1/4 cup raisins (or currants); 1/4 cup candied citrus peel (chopped (optional)); 1/4 cup all-purpose flour ((for the cross)); 2 tablespoons water ((for the cross)); 2 tablespoons apricot jam ((for glazing))

Hot cross buns

Hot cross buns are a type of sweet, spiced bread traditionally eaten during the Easter season. They are typically marked with a cross on the top, which symbolizes the crucifixion of Jesus. They are delicious when toasted and enjoyed with butter or jam.

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Prep Time 30

Cook Time 25

Course Snack

Cuisine International

Servings servings

Calories 442 kcal

Ingredients

2 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup warm milk
2 tablespoons melted butter
1 egg
1/4 cup raisins or currants
1/4 cup candied citrus peel chopped (optional)
1/4 cup all-purpose flour (for the cross)
2 tablespoons water (for the cross)
2 tablespoons apricot jam (for glazing)

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Instructions

In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and salt.
In a separate bowl, mix the warm milk, melted butter, and egg.
Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until a dough forms.
Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5 minutes, then add the raisins and candied citrus peel.
Divide the dough into 4 equal parts and shape them into buns. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
In a small bowl, mix the 1/4 cup flour with water to form a paste. Use this paste to pipe crosses on top of the buns.
Let the buns rise for about 30 minutes.
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
Bake the buns for 20-25 minutes or until they are golden brown.
Heat the apricot jam in the microwave and brush it over the warm buns for a shiny glaze.
Enjoy!

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Nutrition

Calories: 442kcal (22%)Carbohydrates: 82g (27%)Protein: 10g (20%)Fat: 9g (14%)Saturated Fat: 5g (31%)Polyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 2gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 60mg (20%)Sodium: 372mg (16%)Potassium: 225mg (6%)Fiber: 3g (13%)Sugar: 19g (21%)Vitamin A: 306IU (6%)Vitamin C: 1mg (1%)Calcium: 67mg (7%)Iron: 4mg (22%)

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Nutritional information for this recipe is an approximation and is not to be construed as medical advice.

Keyword pastry, raisins

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