Classic Hot Cross Buns Recipes: My Family’s Sweet Tradition
Discover the *best* hot cross buns recipes with my classic version! Fluffy, spiced, and perfect for Easter or any day—try my tips today!
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Cooking tools:
- Kitchen scale
- Mixing bowl
- Wooden spoon
- Whisk
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Rolling pin
- Oven
- Measuring cup
Ingredients
- 4 cups (500g) all-purpose flour
- 1 packet (7g or 2 ¼ tsp) instant yeast
- ½ cup (100g) granulated sugar
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp mixed spice (or cinnamon/nutmeg)
- 1 cup (240ml) whole milk, warm
- ¼ cup (60g) unsalted butter, melted
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- 1 cup (150g) mixed dried fruit (currants, raisins, sultanas)
- ¼ cup (30g) candied orange peel (optional)
- 2 tbsp (30g) all-purpose flour (for the cross)
- Water (to make a paste)
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
- 2 tbsp apricot jam
- 1 tbsp water
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