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.
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)
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!
Disclaimer
Some parts of recipe maybe AI-generated.
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%)
Disclaimer
Nutritional information for this recipe is an approximation and is not to be construed as medical advice.
