Classic Hot Cross Buns

Celebrate the season with these delightful Classic Hot Cross Buns. Soft, lightly spiced buns studded with plump raisins and topped with a sweet glaze, these buns are a perfect treat for Easter or any time of the year.

Ingredients

Ingredients for Classic Hot Cross Buns
1	egg, plus
1	egg yolk
3/4	cup milk
1	tablespoon butter
6	tablespoons sugar
1 1/2	teaspoons grated lemon rind
3/4	teaspoon cinnamon
1/2	teaspoon nutmeg
1/4	teaspoon ground cloves
3/4	teaspoon salt
3	cups flour
1	tablespoon yeast
1/2	cup raisins or 1/2 cup candied fruit
1/2	cup icing sugar
1	tablespoon milk
1/2	teaspoon lemon juice

Instructions

• For preparing the dough

  1. Combine all ingredients except fruit into the bread machine.
  2. Set the bread machine to the dough setting.
  3. Add the fruit when prompted by the machine.

• For shaping and baking

  1. Lightly grease a 9x13 inch baking pan.
  2. After the dough cycle is complete, remove the dough and punch it down.
  3. Divide the dough into 18-24 pieces and shape each piece into a ball.
  4. Arrange the dough balls in the prepared pan, spacing them 1/2 inch apart.
  5. Cover the pan and allow the dough to rise in a warm place until doubled in size, approximately 1 hour.
  6. Using a sharp knife, make a cross-shaped cut on the top of each bun.
  7. Bake the buns for 12-15 minutes at 375°F (190°C).

• For making the glaze

  1. Prepare the glaze by combining icing sugar with milk and lemon juice until it reaches a drizzling consistency.
  2. Allow the buns to cool slightly, then drizzle the glaze over the cross cuts.

Aug 04, 2024