Hot Cross Buns With Citrus Icing Recipe

Name: Hot Cross Buns With Citrus Icing
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 to 5 cups all-purpose flour; 1/3 cup sugar; 1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast; 1-1/4 teaspoons ground cinnamon; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1 cup fat-free milk; 1/4 cup butter; 2 large eggs; 3/4 cup raisins; 1 large egg yolk; 2 tablespoons cold water; 1-1/2 cups confectioners' sugar; 1/4 teaspoon grated orange zest; 4 teaspoons orange juice

Servings: persons

4 to 5 cups all-purpose flour
1/3 cup sugar
1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast
1-1/4 teaspoons ground cinnamon
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup fat-free milk
1/4 cup butter
2 large eggs
3/4 cup raisins
1 large egg yolk
2 tablespoons cold water
1-1/2 cups confectioners' sugar
1/4 teaspoon grated orange zest
4 teaspoons orange juice

1
In a large bowl, combine 2 cups flour, sugar, yeast, cinnamon and salt. In a saucepan, heat milk and butter to 120u00b0-130u00b0. Add to dry ingredients; beat just until moistened. Add eggs; beat until smooth. Stir in raisins and enough remaining flour to form a soft dough.
2
Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes. Place in a bowl coated with cooking spray, turning once to coat top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour.
3
Punch dough down; turn onto a lightly floured surface. Divide into 18 pieces; shape each into a ball. Place in two 9-in. round baking pans coated with cooking spray. Using a sharp knife, cut a cross on top of each roll. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 30 minutes.
4
Beat egg yolk and water; brush over buns. Bake at 375u00b0 for 18-22 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from pans to wire racks to cool. Combine icing ingredients; pipe crosses onto rolls.

836

kcal

Calories

Fat

143

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 to 5 cups all-purpose flour, 1/3 cup sugar, 1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast, 1-1/4 teaspoons ground cinnamon, and more.

Yes, Hot Cross Buns With Citrus Icing 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.

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Hot Cross Buns With Citrus Icing

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