What should I make for dinner tonight? This might just be the number one question that we ask ourselves almost daily over here.
Then you have come to the right place, we have rounded up 15 homemade hot cross buns recipe that we have shared over the years.
Plus, there is such a variety of flavours in these recipes, so you are sure to find something for you. Most of these recipes are quick and easy ones made especially for busy weeknights.
15 Homemade Hot Cross Buns Recipe
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Hot cross buns recipe ingredients
- 4 cups (500g) flour.
- 1 tbsp (15ml) all spice.
- 1 tbsp (15ml) cinnamon.
- ½ tsp (2.5ml) ground cloves.
- ½ tsp (2.5ml) nutmeg.
- 60g (70ml) castor sugar.
- 15g instant dried yeast.
- 1 tsp (5ml) salt.
Why are my hot cross buns hard?
Gluten is the protein in the flour that stretches as you knead it, and this provides structure to the buns. If the gluten is not worked sufficiently the buns can be hard. However fat (from the butter and egg yolk) and sugar can both retard gluten development so sometimes a little extra kneading is required.
Can you make hot cross buns the day before?
Make Ahead Hot Cross Buns
To prepare the dough ahead of time, shape the buns as instructed in the recipe and arrange them in the greased baking dish. Cover tightly and refrigerate for up to 1 day.
What are hot cross buns made out of?
They’re yeasted sweet buns filled with spices and various fruits such as currants, raisins, and/or candied citrus. They’re decorated with a white cross representing the crucifix, either marked right into the dough or etched on top with icing. Hot cross buns are a traditional Easter food, typically eaten on Good Friday.
How do you shape hot cross buns?
What is the history of hot cross buns?
The origins of hot cross buns may go back as far as the 12th century. According to the story, an Anglican monk baked the buns and marked them with a cross in honor of Good Friday. Over time they gained popularity, and eventually became a symbol of Easter weekend.
How do you soften hot cross buns?
Arrange the hot cross buns on a microwave-safe dish and cover them with a damp paper towel. Microwave the hot cross buns on high for 15-seconds. Test the buns and heat for a further 15-seconds if needed. You can also cut the buns in half and butter them before microwaving them.
Which hot cross bun is best?
Best tasting chocolate hot cross buns
- Aldi Bakers Life Chocolate Hot Cross Buns: 73% ($0.50 per bun)
- Coles Chocolate Hot Cross Buns: 71% ($0.58 per bun)
- Woolworths Indulgent Brioche Milk Chocolate Hot Cross Buns: 68% ($0.75 per bun)
- Bakers Delight Choc Chip Hot Cross Buns: 62% ($1.75 per bun)
Why are hot cross buns eaten at Easter?
Hot cross buns are traditionally eaten over the Easter religious Christian holiday to symbolise the crucifixion of Jesus on Good Friday on the cross.