Cinnamon Chocolate Chip Hot Cross Buns Recipe

Name: Cinnamon Chocolate Chip Hot Cross Buns
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 ½ cups white chocolate (2 1/2 blocks); 2 teaspoons cinnamon; 2 tablespoons dried yeast; ½ cup sugar; 1 ½ cups milk, lukewarm; 4 ¼ cups flour; 1 teaspoon salt; 50 g butter, melted; 1 egg, lightly beaten; 1 tablespoon cinnamon; 1 ½ tablespoons mixed spice; ½ cup white chocolate (1/2 a block)

Servings: persons

2 ½ cups white chocolate (2 1/2 blocks)
2 teaspoons cinnamon
2 tablespoons dried yeast
½ cup sugar
1 ½ cups milk, lukewarm
4 ¼ cups flour
1 teaspoon salt
50 g butter, melted
1 egg, lightly beaten
1 tablespoon cinnamon
1 ½ tablespoons mixed spice
½ cup white chocolate (1/2 a block)

1
Melt the chocolate and stir in the 2 tsp of cinnamon, mix well then pour onto a tray with baking paper and place in freezer until set.
2
Once set chop into chunky peices to make 'cinnamon chocolate chips'.
3
Next mix yeast, sugar and warm milk in a bowl and stir to remove any lumps.
4
Set aside for 15 minutes until it becomes frothy.
5
In a large bowl sift flour and salt.
6
Make a well in the centre and mix in the yeast mixture, butter egg, cinnamon, mixed spice and one one third of the chocolate chips.
7
Knead dough for 5 minutes until elastic and place in a greased bowl covered with cling wrap in a warm area (or sit your bowl in a larger bowl of warm water).
8
Leave for 1 hour to 1 1/2 hoursuntil doubled in size.
9
Using your fist, punch down the dough and add the remaining cinnamon chocolate chips.
10
Knead lightly (Careful not to handle too much so the chocolate chips dont melt) and divide into 16 balls.
11
Place close together on a lined or greased baking tray.
12
Cover with cling wrap and allow to rise for 20 imnutes.
13
Preheat the oven to 175C/350F.
14
Bake for 20 minutes untill lightly golden.
15
Allow to cool slightly
16
Melt the 1/2 block of chocolate in a ziplock bag in the microwave.
17
Allow to cool slightly then snip of the corner of the bag and pipe lines across buns to make crosses.

1741

kcal

Calories

Fat

240

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 ½ cups white chocolate (2 1/2 blocks), 2 teaspoons cinnamon, 2 tablespoons dried yeast, ½ cup sugar, and more.

Yes, Cinnamon Chocolate Chip Hot Cross Buns falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Cinnamon Chocolate Chip Hot Cross Buns

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Variations & substitutions

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