Classic Hot Cross Buns | Easy Traditional Easter 2026 Recipe

Classic Hot Cross Buns | Easy Traditional Easter 2026 Recipe

thehappyfoodie.co.uk

These traditional Easter buns are perfect for baking with the kids during the holidays.

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Ingredients

  • 150ml hand-hot water (use half boiling & half cold)
  • 1 tbsp dried yeast
  • 40g caster sugar
  • 500g strong (bread) flour
  • 1 heaped tsp ground mixed spice
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 50g butter, melted
  • 1 beaten egg
  • 75ml warm milk
  • Vegetable oil for greasing
  • 75g raisins or currants
  • 50g chopped mixed peel
  • 4 tbsp plain flour
  • 4 tbsp cold water
  • 2 tbsp caster sugar
  • 2 tbsp boiling water

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