Low Sugar Hot Cross Buns | Sweet Smart

Ingredients

• 1 cup warm milk (105 - 115 degrees F)
• 5 teaspoons dry active yeast
• 1/4 cup plus 1 teaspoon unsweetened applesauce
• 4 cups whole wheat flour
• 1 1/2 teaspoons ground allspice
• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 egg
• Finely grated zest of one orange
• Finely grated zest of one lemon
• 1 stick unsalted butter, melted
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 2 tablespoons orange juice
• 60 grams cream cheese, softened
• 2 tablespoons whole wheat flour
• 1/4 cup unsweetened applesauce