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Hot Cross Buns: The Best Homemade Recipe You’ll Love

Hot Cross Buns
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Learn how to make the best homemade hot cross buns with this easy recipe that your family will love.

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 2 teaspoons instant yeast
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1 cup warm milk
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup mixed dried fruit
  • 1/2 cup currants
  • 1/2 cup raisins

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, salt, yeast, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
  2. Add warm milk, melted butter, and eggs. Mix until a dough forms.
  3. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth.
  4. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise until doubled in size, about 1 hour.
  5. Punch down the dough and add the dried fruit, then shape into buns.
  6. Place buns on a baking sheet, cover, and let rise for another 30 minutes.
  7. Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
  8. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
  9. Let cool before drizzling with icing.

Notes

  • For the icing, mix powdered sugar with a little water to reach desired consistency.
  • Enjoy fresh or toasted!

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