Description
Enjoy these delightful Hot Cross Buns, rich with flavor and made simple. With key ingredients like raisins and warm spices, they’re perfect for gatherings or a comforting snack.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (145 g) raisins or currants
- ½ cup (120 g) water, warmed to 105°f to 115°f
- ¾ cup whole milk
- 2 ¼ teaspoons (1 packet) instant yeast
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
- ½ cup (100 g) light brown sugar, packed
- 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into 5 pieces, softened
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ½ teaspoon allspice
- 3 ½ cups (437.5 g) all-purpose flour, divided
- 1 tablespoon orange zest, about 1 small orange, zested
- ½ cup (62.5 g) all-purpose flour
- 6 tablespoons water
- 2 tablespoons apricot jam
- 1 tablespoon water
Instructions
- Soak the raisins in warm water (105°F to 115°F) for 15 to 20 minutes.
- Drain the raisins thoroughly and pat them dry with a paper towel, then set aside.
Notes
Ensure the water is at the correct temperature for the yeast to activate properly.
Pat the raisins dry to avoid excess moisture that might affect the dough.
These buns can be served fresh or toasted for added texture.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bun
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg