Traditional Hot Cross Bun Recipe

Hot Cross Buns: A Timeless Treat for Every Season

The Sweet Story of Hot Cross Buns: Tradition and Taste. How to Bake Perfect Hot Cross Buns. Easy Step-by-Step Recipe.

Hot cross buns are more than just a delicious treat; they are a slice of history, a symbol of tradition, and a cherished part of many cultures. Whether you enjoy them toasted with butter or straight from the bakery, these sweet, spiced buns have a story to tell.

The Perfect Hot Cross Bun

At their core, hot cross buns are a simple yet satisfying combination of flour, sugar, butter, eggs, and milk, enriched with a variety of spices like cinnamon and nutmeg. Traditional recipes include raisins or currants, while modern takes often incorporate chocolate chips, citrus zest, or even savory fillings.

Hot Cross Buns Around the World

While the traditional version remains a favorite, different cultures have added their twist. In Australia, chocolate and coffee-flavored buns are a hit, while in the Caribbean, you might find a richer version spiced with local ingredients.

Enjoying Hot Cross Buns Beyond Easter

Though traditionally an Easter delicacy, hot cross buns have found their way into year-round menus. Their versatility makes them perfect for breakfast, a tea-time treat, or even as a dessert when served with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of ice cream.

Closing Thoughts

Hot cross buns are more than just a recipe; they are a testament to how food connects us to tradition and brings people together. Whether you’re baking your own or enjoying one from your favorite bakery, savor the blend of history, flavor, and comfort in every bite.

Happy Holidays and Happy Baking! 🎄🍞

Traditional Hot Cross Bun Recipe

Recipe by CheffoodiecastCuisine: CelebrationDifficulty: Easy

Servings

4

Prep time

1

hour 

40

minutes

Baking time

25

minutes

How to Bake Perfect Hot Cross Buns

Ingredient:

• 150ml Milk  (Lukewarm)

• 7g Instant Dry Yeast

• 30g Sugar

• 1 Egg

• 320g Strong white bread flour, plus extra for dusting

• 30g Soft Unsalted Butter

• 2g Salt

• 1 Teaspoon Cinnamon

• 1/2 Teaspoon Nutmeg

• 110g Raisins

• 
  For the Cross:

• 30g Plain flour

• 40ml Water

Directions

• Pour lukewarm milk into a bowl
• Add instant dry yeast, sugar, salt and egg
• Add Cinnamon and Nutmeg
• Mix in about 1/2 of the bread flour
• Add the remaining bread flour
• Add Raisins. Mix to form a dough
• Knead in soft butter
• Dust work surface with flour
• Knead dough for 8 – 10 minutes on a work surface until more elastic and smooth
• Divide dough into eight and round into balls
• Cover with a tea towel and allow to proof for 60 minutes
• For piping the cross. Mix flour and water
• Egg wash and pipe cross on bun
• Bake in a Air fryer at 175°C for 20 – 25 minutes
• Ready. Allow to cool and serve. ENJOY!

Recipe Video

Notes

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