Hot Cross Buns Recipe

Name: Hot Cross Buns
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 pkg. active dry yeast; 1/2 cup warm water (110-115F); 1 cup warm milk (110-115F); 1/2 cup sugar; 1/4 cup butter, softened; 1 tsp. vanilla extract; 1 tsp. salt; 1/2 tsp. ground nutmeg; 6-1/2 to 7 cup all-purpose flour; 4 eggs; 1/2 cup dried currants; 1/2 cup raisins; 2 tbsp. water; 1 egg yolk; 1 cup confectioners' sugar; 1-1/3 tbsp. milk; 1/4 tsp. vanilla extract

Servings: persons

2 pkg. active dry yeast
1/2 cup warm water (110-115F)
1 cup warm milk (110-115F)
1/2 cup sugar
1/4 cup butter, softened
1 tsp. vanilla extract
1 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. ground nutmeg
6-1/2 to 7 cup all-purpose flour
4 eggs
1/2 cup dried currants
1/2 cup raisins
2 tbsp. water
1 egg yolk
1 cup confectioners' sugar
1-1/3 tbsp. milk
1/4 tsp. vanilla extract

1
In a mixing bowl, dissolve yeast in water.
2
Add milk, sugar, butter, vanilla, salt, nutmeg and 3 cups of flour; beat until smooth.
3
Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each.
4
Stir in the currants, raisins and enough remaining flour to form a soft dough.
5
Turn on a floured board; knead until smooth and elastic, 6-8 minutes.
6
Place in a greased bowl, turn once.
7
Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour.
8
Punch dough down; shape into 30 balls.
9
Place on greased baking sheets.
10
Cuta cross on top of each with a sharp knife.
11
Cover and let rise untildoubled, about 30 minutes.
12
Beat water and egg yolk; brush over rolls.
13
Bake at 375F for 12-15 minutes.
14
Cool on wire racks.
15
For icing, combine ingredients until smooth; drizzle over rolls.

1174

kcal

Calories

Fat

195

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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 pkg. active dry yeast, 1/2 cup warm water (110-115F), 1 cup warm milk (110-115F), 1/2 cup sugar, 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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