Hot Cross Buns Recipe

Name: Hot Cross Buns
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 c. milk, scalded; 2 Tbsp. shortening; 2 Tbsp. sugar; 1 tsp. salt; 2/3 c. currants/raisins; 1 pkg. yeast; 1/4 c. lukewarm water; 1 well beaten egg; 3 1/2 c. flour; 1/2 tsp. cinnamon

Servings: persons

1
Combine milk, shortening, sugar and salt; cool to lukewarm. Add yeast, softened in lukewarm water.
2
Add egg.
3
Gradually stir in flour to form soft dough.
4
Beat vigorously.
5
Cover and let rise in warm place (80u00b0) until doubled, about 2 hours.
6
Turn out on floured surface.
7
Add currants/raisins and cinnamon.
8
Form in buns and flatten slightly.
9
Brush top with milk.
10
Let rise until very light.
11
Using scissors, snip top of buns at right angles to form cross.
12
Bake at 375u00b0 for 25 to 30 minutes.
13
While hot, brush lightly with confectioners frosting.
14
Cool, then make cross with more frosting.

867

kcal

Calories

Fat

171

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 c. milk, scalded, 2 Tbsp. shortening, 2 Tbsp. sugar, 1 tsp. salt, and more.

Yes, 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.

Hot Cross Buns

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