Easter Hot Cross Buns Recipe

Name: Easter Hot Cross Buns
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 1/2 cups flour, all-purpose; ⅓ cup sugar granulated; 2 tablespoons yeast, active dry instant, quick rise; 1 teaspoon salt; 2 teaspoons cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoon nutmeg grated; 2 cups water warm; 1/4 cup butter melted; 2 large eggs beaten; 1 cup raisins, seedless or part currents; 1/2 cup mixed candied peel; 1 1/2 cups powdered sugar; 2 tablespoons milk

Servings: persons

4 1/2 cups flour, all-purpose
⅓ cup sugar granulated
2 tablespoons yeast, active dry instant, quick rise
1 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon nutmeg grated
2 cups water warm
1/4 cup butter melted
2 large eggs beaten
1 cup raisins, seedless or part currents
1/2 cup mixed candied peel
1 1/2 cups powdered sugar
2 tablespoons milk

1
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, yeast, lemon rind, salt cinnamon and nutmeg.
2
Stir in warm water and butter, then beaten eggs.
3
Using a wooden spoon, vigorously stir dough until smooth and elastic.
4
Stir in raisins and candied peel.
5
Scrape down sides of bowl, cover with a clean dry towel and stand for 10 minutes.
6
Grease 24 medium to large-sized muffin cups and spoon in batter -- no more than 23 full.
7
Brush tops with melted butter.
8
Cover and let rise in a warm place until almost double, about 20 to 30 minutes.
9
Bake in an oven preheated to 375F (190C) for about 20 minutes or until tops are browned.
10
Let cool on wire racks until warm, about 10 to 15 minutes.
11
Combine icing sugar with milk until smooth; place in a piping bag or spoon on top of buns to make crosses.

914

kcal

Calories

Fat

167

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 1/2 cups flour, all-purpose, ⅓ cup sugar granulated, 2 tablespoons yeast, active dry instant, quick rise, 1 teaspoon salt, and more.

Yes, Easter 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.

Easter Hot Cross Buns

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