Hot Cross Buns
Indulge in the warm, aromatic delight of homemade Hot Cross Buns, perfect for any occasion! These sweet, fluffy bread rolls are adorned with a signature cross and filled with juicy raisins, creating a delightful balance of flavors and textures. Ideal for breakfast, brunch, or simply as a comforting snack, this easy recipe will have your family and friends coming back for more. With a hint of cinnamon and allspice, these buns can be enjoyed year-round—just customize them with your favorite dried fruits or nuts! Get ready to fill your kitchen with irresistible scents as you create this classic treat.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 22 minutes
- Total Time: 52 minutes
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
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- ¼ cup warm water
- 2 ¼ teaspoons instant yeast
- 1 cup warm milk
- ¼ cup melted unsalted butter
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
- ¼ teaspoon ground allspice
- 1 ½ teaspoons salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla
- 1 cup raisins
- 3 to 3.5 cups all-purpose flour
- ¼ cup all-purpose flour for glaze
- 3–4 tablespoons water for glaze
- ¼ cup powdered sugar for glaze
- 1 teaspoon maple syrup for glaze
- 2–3 teaspoons milk for glaze
Instructions
- Combine warm water, yeast, and sugar in a mixing bowl; let sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
- Mix warm milk, melted butter, and vanilla in another bowl; add to the yeast mixture.
- In a separate bowl, combine flour, cinnamon, allspice, and salt.
- Gradually add dry ingredients to wet mixture; incorporate raisins and knead until smooth.
- Let dough rise in a greased bowl covered with a cloth until doubled (about 1 hour).
- Shape into 12 balls; place on a lined baking sheet and let rise again for 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and bake for about 22 minutes until golden brown.
- Prepare glaze with powdered sugar, maple syrup, milk, and enough water to achieve desired consistency.
- Drizzle glaze over cooled buns to create crosses.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bun (70g)
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 4g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 42g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 10mg
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