Hot Cross Buns

Classic spiced buns with fruit, topped with flour crosses and a sweet apricot glaze, perfect for a buttery treat.

Estimated Nutrition

Per Serving Total
Calories 301.2 kcals 3614.4 kcals
Carbohydrates 56.2 grams 674.4 grams
Fat 5.2 grams 62.4 grams
Protein 7.4 grams 88.8 grams
Cook Time
25 mins
Produces
12 buns
Allergies
Vegetarian
Vegan
Dairy Free
Gluten Free

Ingredients

BakingIngredients
CondimentsSauces
3
tbsp
Apricot Jam
for the glaze
Dairy
300
ml
50
g
1
piece
Egg
free-range, beaten
Fruits
150
g
1
piece
Apple
cored and chopped
2
piece
Oranges
zest only
GrainsCereals
75
g
Plain Flour
for the cross plus extra for dusting
NutsSeeds
1
tsp
OilsFats
1
tbsp
Sunflower Oil
for greasing

Steps

  • Boil the milk and cool to hand temperature.
  • Mix flour, sugar, salt, yeast, butter, and egg, then gradually add milk to form sticky dough.
  • Incorporate fruit, zest, and cinnamon, then knead on a floured surface for five minutes until elastic.
  • Place dough in an oiled bowl, cover, and let rise for one hour until doubled.
  • Divide into 12 balls, place on a lined tray, and prove for one hour.
  • Heat the oven to 220°C.
  • Mix flour with water to a thick paste and pipe crosses onto the buns.
  • Bake for 20 to 25 minutes until golden-brown.
  • Melt and sieve the jam, then brush over warm buns to glaze.