{"id":51415,"date":"2018-03-29T20:47:43","date_gmt":"2018-03-29T09:47:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/?p=51415"},"modified":"2026-01-06T19:54:00","modified_gmt":"2026-01-07T00:54:00","slug":"easy-hot-cross-buns-chocolate-chips","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/easy-hot-cross-buns-chocolate-chips\/","title":{"rendered":"Chocolate Hot Cross Buns"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left wp-block-paragraph\">Chocolate Hot Cross Buns are so much better than store-bought, especially when they are fresh from your own oven. These easy hot cross buns are soft, fluffy, and filled with pockets of melted chocolate chips that make every bite feel a little extra special.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This chocolate hot cross buns recipe is made to be simple and approachable, with a classic yeast dough that creates soft, fluffy buns without any complicated steps. Just mix, knead, and bake, and enjoy warm, fragrant hot cross buns that both kids and adults will love. And since it\u2019s finally Easter, there is no better time to bake a batch of homemade chocolate cross buns and let your kitchen smell like pure comfort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1600\" src=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/hot-buns-3.jpg\" alt=\"Top view of Easy Hot Cross Buns Chocolate Chips\" class=\"wp-image-132755\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/hot-buns-3.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/hot-buns-3-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/hot-buns-3-768x1024.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/hot-buns-3-113x150.jpg 113w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/hot-buns-3-1152x1536.jpg 1152w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/hot-buns-3-400x533.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 id=\"h-what-makes-this-recipe-so-good\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Makes This Recipe So Good<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Every Good Friday, I make a bunch of sweet treats for my family, a few portions of a classic meal, and a favorite dessert to be the start of the table. This Hot buns are always a MUST. <strong>2-3 minutes<\/strong> and they are GONE.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These Chocolate Hot Cross Buns are designed to be easy without sacrificing texture or flavour. Using a classic yeast method gives you soft, fluffy hot cross buns with a light, tender crumb, making this chocolate hot cross buns recipe approachable for home bakers, even if you have a little extra time to let the dough rise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">What really makes these chocolate cross buns shine is the balance between the lightly sweet dough and the melted chocolate chips throughout. They bake up tender and moist, with a soft crumb that stays fresh for days. Whether you are serving them warm for Easter morning or toasting leftovers later, these hot cross buns deliver bakery-style results with simple steps. It taste like classic hot cross bun, but with chocolate!<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 id=\"h-ingredients\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ingredients<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns.jpg\" alt=\"Ingredients for Chocolate Hot Buns\" class=\"wp-image-132754\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-400x267.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This Chocolate Hot Cross Buns recipe uses simple pantry staples, but each one plays an important role in creating soft, fluffy buns with just the right amount of sweetness and spice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Bread Flour:<\/strong> Gives the buns structure and chew while keeping the crumb soft and fluffy. You can use all-purpose flour if needed, but bread flour delivers a more bakery-style result.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Instant Yeast:<\/strong> Speeds things up and keeps this recipe approachable. There is no long proofing stage, which means you can enjoy warm chocolate cross buns sooner.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Warm Milk:<\/strong> Activates the yeast and adds richness to the dough, helping the hot cross buns bake up tender rather than dry.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Chocolate Chips:<\/strong> The star of the show. They melt into the dough as the buns bake, creating pockets of chocolate that make these Chocolate Hot Cross Buns extra indulgent.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Note: <\/strong>Please see <a href=\"#recipe-card\">recipe card<\/a> at the bottom for a full list of ingredients with measurements.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 id=\"h-how-to-make-chocolate-buns\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">How To Make Chocolate Buns<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-203f3c05 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-1-1.jpg\" alt=\"yeast activating in warm milk with bubbles forming on top\" class=\"wp-image-133022\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-1-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-1-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-1-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-1-1-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-1-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-1-1-400x267.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list is-style-circle-number-list\">\n<li><strong>Active dry yeast<\/strong>. In a small bowl, combine the warm milk with a little sugar and the yeast. Let it sit for a few minutes until it becomes frothy on top. This step makes sure your dough rises properly and gives you that soft, fluffy texture.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-2-1.jpg\" alt=\"dry ingredients with chocolate chips and spices mixed in a bowl\" class=\"wp-image-133023\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-2-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-2-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-2-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-2-1-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-2-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-2-1-400x267.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"2\" class=\"wp-block-list is-style-circle-number-list\">\n<li>In a large bowl, mix together the flour, remaining sugar, spices, salt, orange zest and chocolate chips. Give everything a quick mix so the chocolate and spices are evenly distributed through the dough.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-203f3c05 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-3-1.jpg\" alt=\"wet ingredients being mixed into chocolate chip dough\" class=\"wp-image-133024\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-3-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-3-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-3-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-3-1-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-3-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-3-1-400x267.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"3\" class=\"wp-block-list is-style-circle-number-list\">\n<li>Make a well in the centre and pour in the yeast mixture, chocolate chips, melted butter and egg. Start mixing until a dough comes together. It may look a little sticky at first, that\u2019s exactly what you want.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-6-1.jpg\" alt=\"kneading dough until smooth and elastic texture forms\" class=\"wp-image-133027\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-6-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-6-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-6-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-6-1-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-6-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-6-1-400x267.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"4\" class=\"wp-block-list is-style-circle-number-list\">\n<li>Knead the dough until it becomes soft, smooth and slightly elastic. You\u2019re looking for a dough that stretches without tearing too easily. If it feels too sticky, add a little flour at a time, but don\u2019t overdo it.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-203f3c05 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-7-1.jpg\" alt=\"dough rising in bowl until doubled in size\" class=\"wp-image-133028\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-7-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-7-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-7-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-7-1-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-7-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-7-1-400x267.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"5\" class=\"wp-block-list is-style-circle-number-list\">\n<li>Transfer the dough to a lightly greased bowl, cover, and let it rise in a warm place until doubled in size. This is where the texture really develops, so don\u2019t rush it.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-9-1.jpg\" alt=\"dough divided and shaped into balls arranged in baking tray\" class=\"wp-image-133030\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-9-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-9-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-9-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-9-1-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-9-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-9-1-400x267.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"6\" class=\"wp-block-list is-style-circle-number-list\">\n<li>Punch down the dough to release the air, then divide it into 12 equal pieces. Roll each one into a smooth ball and place them into a lined baking tray.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-203f3c05 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-11-1.jpg\" alt=\"shaped dough balls rising in baking tray before baking\" class=\"wp-image-133032\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-11-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-11-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-11-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-11-1-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-11-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-11-1-400x267.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"7\" class=\"wp-block-list is-style-circle-number-list\">\n<li>Cover again with a towel and let them rise a second time until puffy and slightly touching. This second rise is what gives you that soft, bakery-style finish.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-13-1.jpg\" alt=\"baked chocolate hot cross buns with chocolate crosses and glaze\" class=\"wp-image-133034\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-13-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-13-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-13-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-13-1-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-13-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-13-1-400x267.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"8\" class=\"wp-block-list is-style-circle-number-list\">\n<li>After the rising time, brush the tops with egg wash, then bake until golden brown, in a in a preheated oven 350\u00b0F (180\u00b0C) for 22\u201325 minutes.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-203f3c05 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-16-1.jpg\" alt=\"shaped dough balls rising in baking tray after baking\" class=\"wp-image-133037\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-16-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-16-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-16-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-16-1-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-16-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-16-1-400x267.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"9\" class=\"wp-block-list is-style-circle-number-list\">\n<li>Bake until golden brown on top. You\u2019ll know they\u2019re ready when the tops are deeply golden, and the buns feel light.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"800\" src=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-18-1.jpg\" alt=\"baked chocolate hot cross buns with chocolate crosses and glaze\" class=\"wp-image-133041\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-18-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-18-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-18-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-18-1-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-18-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-18-1-400x267.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<ol start=\"10\" class=\"wp-block-list is-style-circle-number-list\">\n<li>Once out of the oven, brush with glaze, pipe the chocolate crosses, and serve warm while the chocolate is still soft.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Chocolate Hot Cross Buns are rich and lightly sweet, so they work best with something simple on the side to balance them out. I like serving them with something savoury, like a <a href=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/spanish-omelette\/\">simple egg and potato dish<\/a>. It cuts through the sweetness and makes everything feel more complete, especially for an Easter brunch or a slow weekend morning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can always add cranberries, cherries, or eat them as a traditional hot cross bun; you can put them in the toaster oven and add a small amount of butter to them. But if you are craving more chocolate icing, you can use the remaining of the crosses as a topping.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you want to keep things lighter, something fresh and citrusy a <a href=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/honey-lime-fruit-salad\/\" type=\"link\" id=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/honey-lime-fruit-salad\/\">fruit mix<\/a> works really well here. Or just go all in and have them with a warm chocolate drink. Either way, they hold up without feeling too heavy. <\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-denary-background-color has-background is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 id=\"h-tips-for-making-chocolate-hot-cross-buns\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">Tips For Making Chocolate Hot Cross Buns<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>If your dough feels a little sticky at first, resist the urge to add too much flour. A slightly tacky dough is what gives you that soft, fluffy texture once baked.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Make sure you&#8217;re using lukewarm milk, not hot. Whole milk works best here for a softer dough. If it\u2019s too hot, it can affect the yeast and your dough won\u2019t rise the same way.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>When kneading, you can use a dough hook if using a stand mixer, or knead by hand until the dough feels smooth and elastic. Overworking it can make the buns a bit dense instead of light.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>For a good rise, place the dough in a warm spot, like near the oven or inside with just the light on. It makes a big difference.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Don\u2019t rush the second proof. This step is what gives the buns that light, fluffy finish.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>When shaping, work on a lightly floured surface and try to keep the buns even in size so they bake at the same rate and sit nicely together in the tray.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\" id=\"h-recipe-faq-s\">Recipe FAQ&#8217;s<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1733457286629\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Can I Use All-Purpose Flour Instead Of Bread Flour?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes, all-purpose flour works well in this recipe. Bread flour gives slightly more chew, but the buns will still be soft and fluffy with plain flour.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1766372325831\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Can I Add The Chocolate Chips Earlier In The Process?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">It\u2019s best to add them after the first rise. Adding chocolate too early can cause it to melt during kneading and affect the dough texture.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1766372327131\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">What\u2019s The Best Way To Reheat Them?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Warm individual buns in the microwave for 10 to 15 seconds, or reheat a batch in a low oven wrapped loosely in foil to prevent drying out.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1600\" height=\"2400\" src=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Hot-Cross-Buns-IMAGE-119.jpg\" alt=\"Fluffy and fragrant homemade hot cross buns filled with melted chocolate chips are better than store bought! \" class=\"wp-image-51477\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Hot-Cross-Buns-IMAGE-119.jpg 1600w, 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wprm-recipe-cook-time-label\">Cook Time: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-none\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-cook_time wprm-recipe-cook_time-minutes\">25<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\" data-nosnippet> minutes<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-cook_time-unit wprm-recipe-cook_timeunit-minutes\" aria-hidden=\"true\">mins<\/span><\/span><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-separated wprm-block-text-none wprm-recipe-time-container wprm-recipe-total-time-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-none wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-total-time-label\">Total Time: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-none\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-hours wprm-recipe-total_time wprm-recipe-total_time-hours\">2<span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\" data-nosnippet> hours<\/span><\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-recipe-details-unit-hours wprm-recipe-total_time-unit wprm-recipe-total_timeunit-hours\" aria-hidden=\"true\">hrs<\/span><\/span><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-separated wprm-block-text-none wprm-recipe-servings-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-none wprm-recipe-servings-label\">Servings: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-servings-with-unit\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-servings wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-servings-51487 wprm-recipe-servings-adjustable-tooltip wprm-block-text-none\" data-recipe=\"51487\" aria-label=\"Adjust recipe servings\">15<\/span> <span class=\"wprm-recipe-servings-unit wprm-recipe-details-unit wprm-block-text-none\">Buns<\/span><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-summary wprm-block-text-normal\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Fluffy and fragrant, homemade hot cross buns filled with melted chocolate chips to please the kids as well as the adults. Even better than store bought! There&#039;s just something about warm, fresh homemade breads! The best part? 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servings by 2x\">2x<\/button><button class=\"wprm-recipe-adjustable-servings wprm-toggle\" data-multiplier=\"3\" data-servings=\"15\" data-recipe=\"51487\" aria-label=\"Adjust servings by 3x\">3x<\/button><\/div><\/h3><div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-group\"><h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-ingredient-group-name wprm-block-text-bold\">BUNS<\/h4><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients\"><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"1\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-0\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;2&#032;packets rapid rise yeast or dry&#032;instant\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-0\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\" data-nosnippet>&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">packets rapid rise yeast or dry<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">instant<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"2\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-1\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;1 1\/2&#032;cups&#032;milk warm\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-1\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\" data-nosnippet>&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1 1\/2<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cups<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">milk warm<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"3\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-2\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;3\/4&#032;cup&#032;superfine sugar or caster sugar&#032;divided\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-2\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\" data-nosnippet>&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">3\/4<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">superfine sugar or caster sugar<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">divided<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"4\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-3\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;4 1\/2&#032;cups&#032;bread flour or plain\/all purpose&#032;up to 1\/4 cup extra if needed\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-3\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\" data-nosnippet>&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">4 1\/2<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cups<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">bread flour or plain\/all purpose<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">up to 1\/4 cup extra if needed<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"5\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-4\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;1&#032;teaspoons&#032;all spice or mixed spice\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-4\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\" data-nosnippet>&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">teaspoons<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">all spice or mixed spice<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"6\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-5\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;2&#032;teaspoon&#032;ground cinnamon\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-5\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\" data-nosnippet>&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">teaspoon<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">ground cinnamon<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"7\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-6\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;1\/2&#032;teaspoon&#032;salt\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-6\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\" data-nosnippet>&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1\/2<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">teaspoon<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">salt<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"8\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-7\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;1 \u00bd&#032;&#032;semi sweet chocolate chips\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-7\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\" data-nosnippet>&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1 \u00bd<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\"><\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">semi sweet chocolate chips<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"9\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-8\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;zest of an orange&#032;or 2 tablespoons mixed peel\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-8\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\" data-nosnippet>&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">zest of an orange<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">or 2 tablespoons mixed peel<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"10\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-9\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;1&#032;large egg &#032;at room temperature\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-9\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\" data-nosnippet>&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">large egg <\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">at room temperature<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"11\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-10\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;1\/4&#032;cup&#032;butter &#032;melted and cooled slightly\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-10\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\" data-nosnippet>&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1\/4<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">butter <\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">melted and cooled slightly<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-group\"><h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-ingredient-group-name wprm-block-text-bold\">CROSSES<\/h4><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients\"><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"13\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-11\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;1&#032;yolk\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-11\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\" data-nosnippet>&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">yolk<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"14\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-12\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;10&#032;ml&#032;milk\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-12\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\" data-nosnippet>&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">10<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">ml<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">milk<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"15\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-13\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;egg yolk&#032;to brush before make the crosses\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-13\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\" data-nosnippet>&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">egg yolk<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">to brush before make the crosses<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"16\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-14\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;\u00bd&#032;cup&#032;dark chocolate&#032;melted\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-14\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\" data-nosnippet>&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">\u00bd<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">dark chocolate<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">melted<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-group\"><h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-ingredient-group-name wprm-block-text-bold\">Glaze:<\/h4><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients\"><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"18\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-15\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;1&#032;tbsp&#032;\u00a0jam orange marmalade&#032;or apricot jam. You can also use honey, maple syrup, agave or golden syrup\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-15\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\" data-nosnippet>&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">1<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tbsp<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">\u00a0jam orange marmalade<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">or apricot jam. You can also use honey, maple syrup, agave or golden syrup<\/span><\/li><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"19\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-16\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;2&#032;tsp&#032;boiling water\"><label for=\"wprm-checkbox-16\" class=\"wprm-checkbox-label\"><span class=\"sr-only screen-reader-text wprm-screen-reader-text\" data-nosnippet>&#x25a2; <\/span><\/label><\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tsp<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">boiling water<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n\t<div id=\"recipe-51487-instructions\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions-container wprm-recipe-51487-instructions-container wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe=\"51487\"><h3 id=\"recipe-instructions\" class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-instructions-header wprm-block-text-none wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none wprm-header-has-actions\" style=\"\">Instructions&nbsp;<div class=\"wprm-recipe-media-toggle-container wprm-toggle-container wprm-toggle-buttons-container wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"background-color: #ffffff;border-color: var(--wp--preset--color--primary);color: var(--wp--preset--color--primary);border-radius: 3px;\"><button class=\"wprm-recipe-media-toggle wprm-toggle wprm-toggle-active\" data-state=\"on\" data-recipe=\"51487\" style=\"background-color: var(--wp--preset--color--primary);color: #ffffff;\" aria-label=\"Show instruction media\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-icon wprm-toggle-icon wprm-toggle-icon-active\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"16\" height=\"16\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\"><g class=\"nc-icon-wrapper\" stroke-linecap=\"square\" stroke-linejoin=\"miter\" stroke-width=\"1\" transform=\"translate(0.5 0.5)\" fill=\"#ffffff\" stroke=\"#ffffff\"><circle data-color=\"color-2\" cx=\"12\" cy=\"13\" r=\"5\" 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stroke-miterlimit=\"10\" stroke-linecap=\"butt\"\/><line data-cap=\"butt\" data-color=\"color-2\" x1=\"23\" y1=\"1\" x2=\"1\" y2=\"23\" fill=\"none\" stroke-miterlimit=\"10\" stroke-linecap=\"butt\"\/><\/g><\/svg><\/span><\/button><\/div><\/h3><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\"><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\"><li id=\"wprm-recipe-51487-step-0-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">Start by activating the yeast. Mix the warm milk with a little sugar and the yeast, then let it sit until it turns frothy on top.<\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-media wprm-recipe-instruction-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-1-1-300x200.jpg\" class=\"attachment-medium size-medium\" alt=\"yeast activating in warm milk with bubbles forming on top\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-1-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-1-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-1-1-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-1-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-1-1-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-1-1.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/div> <\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-51487-step-0-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">In a large bowl, combine the flour, remaining sugar, spices, salt, orange zest and chocolate chips. Give everything a quick mix so it\u2019s evenly distributed.<\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-media wprm-recipe-instruction-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-2-1-300x200.jpg\" class=\"attachment-medium size-medium\" alt=\"dry ingredients with chocolate chips and spices mixed in a bowl\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-2-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-2-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-2-1-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-2-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-2-1-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-2-1.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/div> <\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-51487-step-0-2\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">Make a well in the centre and pour in the yeast mixture, melted butter and egg.<\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-media wprm-recipe-instruction-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-3-1-300x200.jpg\" class=\"attachment-medium size-medium\" alt=\"wet ingredients being mixed into chocolate chip dough\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-3-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-3-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-3-1-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-3-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-3-1-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-3-1.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/div> <\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-51487-step-0-3\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Knead using a dough hook if using a stand mixer, or by hand on a lightly floured surface.  It will look slightly sticky at first; that\u2019s normal.<\/span><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-media wprm-recipe-instruction-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-4-1-300x200.jpg\" class=\"attachment-medium size-medium\" alt=\"dough coming together while mixing\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-4-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-4-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-4-1-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-4-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-4-1-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-4-1.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/div> <\/li><span id=\"wprm-recipe-51487-tip-0-4\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction wprm-recipe-instruction-tip wprm-recipe-tip wprm-recipe-tip-style-left-border-straight wprm-recipe-instruction-tip-style-left-border-straight\" style=\"--wprm-tip-accent: #f02c2c;--wprm-tip-text-color: #000000;\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-icon wprm-recipe-tip-icon wprm-recipe-instruction-tip-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg width=\"16px\" height=\"16px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.1\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\"><g stroke=\"none\" stroke-width=\"1\" fill=\"none\" fill-rule=\"evenodd\"><g fill=\"#f02c2c\"><path d=\"M19.5441,12.0586 L17.8411,12.3146 L17.8411,14.0376 L17.8411,17.8606 L6.1591,17.8606 L6.1591,14.0376 L6.1591,12.3146 L4.4561,12.0586 C3.0331,11.8446 2.0001,10.6536 2.0001,9.2246 C2.0001,7.6626 3.2471,6.3876 4.7971,6.3406 C4.8651,6.3486 4.9351,6.3556 5.0051,6.3576 L6.3221,6.4136 L6.8931,5.2246 C7.8481,3.2356 9.8051,1.9996 12.0001,1.9996 C14.1951,1.9996 16.1521,3.2356 17.1071,5.2246 L17.6781,6.4136 L18.9951,6.3576 C19.0641,6.3556 19.1321,6.3486 19.2021,6.3406 C20.7531,6.3866 22.0001,7.6626 22.0001,9.2246 C22.0001,10.6536 20.9671,11.8446 19.5441,12.0586 L19.5441,12.0586 Z M6.1591,22.0006 L17.8411,22.0006 L17.8411,19.8606 L6.1591,19.8606 L6.1591,22.0006 Z M19.1141,4.3386 C19.0451,4.3386 18.9801,4.3566 18.9101,4.3596 C17.6741,1.7836 15.0491,-0.0004 12.0001,-0.0004 C8.9511,-0.0004 6.3261,1.7836 5.0901,4.3596 C5.0211,4.3566 4.9551,4.3386 4.8861,4.3386 C2.1881,4.3386 0.0001,6.5266 0.0001,9.2246 C0.0001,11.6736 1.8081,13.6836 4.1591,14.0376 L4.1591,22.3756 C4.1591,23.2696 4.8901,23.9996 5.7831,23.9996 L18.2171,23.9996 C19.1101,23.9996 19.8411,23.2696 19.8411,22.3756 L19.8411,14.0376 C22.1911,13.6836 24.0001,11.6736 24.0001,9.2246 C24.0001,6.5266 21.8131,4.3386 19.1141,4.3386 L19.1141,4.3386 Z\" id=\"Fill-1\"><\/path><\/g><\/g><\/svg><\/span><div class=\"wprm-recipe-tip-text wprm-recipe-instruction-tip-text\"><span style=\"display: block\">BY HAND: If you don&#039;t have a stand mixer, lightly dust a workbench with flour. Lightly oil your hands (to prevent it from sticking to your fingers), and knead dough until soft and smooth, about 10 minutes.<\/span><\/div><\/span><li id=\"wprm-recipe-51487-step-0-5\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">Knead the dough until soft and smooth. You\u2019re looking for a texture that feels elastic and not too sticky.<\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-media wprm-recipe-instruction-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-5-1-300x200.jpg\" class=\"attachment-medium size-medium\" alt=\"kneading dough until smooth texture\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-5-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-5-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-5-1-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-5-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-5-1-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-5-1.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/div> <\/li><span id=\"wprm-recipe-51487-tip-0-6\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction wprm-recipe-instruction-tip wprm-recipe-tip wprm-recipe-tip-style-left-border-straight wprm-recipe-instruction-tip-style-left-border-straight\" style=\"--wprm-tip-accent: #f02c2c;--wprm-tip-text-color: #000000;\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-icon wprm-recipe-tip-icon wprm-recipe-instruction-tip-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg width=\"16px\" height=\"16px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.1\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" xmlns:xlink=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/1999\/xlink\"><g stroke=\"none\" stroke-width=\"1\" fill=\"none\" fill-rule=\"evenodd\"><g fill=\"#f02c2c\"><path d=\"M19.5441,12.0586 L17.8411,12.3146 L17.8411,14.0376 L17.8411,17.8606 L6.1591,17.8606 L6.1591,14.0376 L6.1591,12.3146 L4.4561,12.0586 C3.0331,11.8446 2.0001,10.6536 2.0001,9.2246 C2.0001,7.6626 3.2471,6.3876 4.7971,6.3406 C4.8651,6.3486 4.9351,6.3556 5.0051,6.3576 L6.3221,6.4136 L6.8931,5.2246 C7.8481,3.2356 9.8051,1.9996 12.0001,1.9996 C14.1951,1.9996 16.1521,3.2356 17.1071,5.2246 L17.6781,6.4136 L18.9951,6.3576 C19.0641,6.3556 19.1321,6.3486 19.2021,6.3406 C20.7531,6.3866 22.0001,7.6626 22.0001,9.2246 C22.0001,10.6536 20.9671,11.8446 19.5441,12.0586 L19.5441,12.0586 Z M6.1591,22.0006 L17.8411,22.0006 L17.8411,19.8606 L6.1591,19.8606 L6.1591,22.0006 Z M19.1141,4.3386 C19.0451,4.3386 18.9801,4.3566 18.9101,4.3596 C17.6741,1.7836 15.0491,-0.0004 12.0001,-0.0004 C8.9511,-0.0004 6.3261,1.7836 5.0901,4.3596 C5.0211,4.3566 4.9551,4.3386 4.8861,4.3386 C2.1881,4.3386 0.0001,6.5266 0.0001,9.2246 C0.0001,11.6736 1.8081,13.6836 4.1591,14.0376 L4.1591,22.3756 C4.1591,23.2696 4.8901,23.9996 5.7831,23.9996 L18.2171,23.9996 C19.1101,23.9996 19.8411,23.2696 19.8411,22.3756 L19.8411,14.0376 C22.1911,13.6836 24.0001,11.6736 24.0001,9.2246 C24.0001,6.5266 21.8131,4.3386 19.1141,4.3386 L19.1141,4.3386 Z\" id=\"Fill-1\"><\/path><\/g><\/g><\/svg><\/span><div class=\"wprm-recipe-tip-text wprm-recipe-instruction-tip-text\"><span style=\"display: block\">FOR STANDMIXER: Mix until a smooth elastic dough forms, about 5 minutes on low speed (setting 2). Add extra flour, 1 tablespoon at a time while mixing, ONLY if needed, <\/span><\/div><\/span><li id=\"wprm-recipe-51487-step-0-7\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">Stretch a small piece of dough to check it. It should stretch without tearing easily.<\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-media wprm-recipe-instruction-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-6-1-300x200.jpg\" class=\"attachment-medium size-medium\" alt=\"kneading dough until smooth and elastic texture forms\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-6-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-6-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-6-1-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-6-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-6-1-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-6-1.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/div> <\/li><span id=\"wprm-recipe-51487-tip-0-8\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction wprm-recipe-instruction-tip wprm-recipe-tip wprm-recipe-tip-style-left-border-straight wprm-recipe-instruction-tip-style-left-border-straight\" style=\"--wprm-tip-accent: #f02c2c;--wprm-tip-text-color: #000000;\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-icon wprm-recipe-tip-icon wprm-recipe-instruction-tip-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 46 49\" fill=\"none\"><g fill=\"#f02c2c\" clip-path=\"url(#a)\"><path d=\"M0 24.617c0 13.233 10.766 24 24 24l.002.001c8.65 0 16.526-4.59 20.81-12.05l-2.764-1.422C38.296 41.572 31.478 45.521 24 45.521c-11.526 0-20.904-9.378-20.904-20.904C3.096 13.09 12.474 3.713 24 3.713c7.634 0 14.522 4.067 18.23 10.688l2.788-1.373C40.786 5.345 32.832.617 24 .617c-13.234 0-24 10.766-24 24Z\"\/><path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M19.733 11.126v26.982h4.232c7.438 0 13.491-6.053 13.491-13.491 0-7.439-6.053-13.492-13.491-13.492h-4.232Zm4.23 23.788h-1.105V14.318h1.105c5.679 0 10.298 4.62 10.298 10.299 0 5.678-4.62 10.297-10.298 10.297Z\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\"\/><\/g><defs><clipPath id=\"a\"><path fill=\"#f02c2c\" d=\"M0 .617h45.018v48H0z\"\/><\/clipPath><\/defs><\/svg><\/span><div class=\"wprm-recipe-tip-text wprm-recipe-instruction-tip-text\"><span style=\"display: block\">That is called the <strong>TEST DOUGH.<\/strong> Hold the dough in your hands and pull slightly outwards. It should have a smooth top and not tear when stretched.<\/span><\/div><\/span><li id=\"wprm-recipe-51487-step-0-9\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Place the dough in a bowl, cover and let it rise in a warm spot until doubled in size.<\/span><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-media wprm-recipe-instruction-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-7-1-300x200.jpg\" class=\"attachment-medium size-medium\" alt=\"dough rising in bowl until doubled in size\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-7-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-7-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-7-1-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-7-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-7-1-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-7-1.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/div> <\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-51487-step-0-10\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">Let it rise in a warm place until doubled in size.<\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-media wprm-recipe-instruction-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-7-1-300x200.jpg\" class=\"attachment-medium size-medium\" alt=\"dough rising in bowl until doubled in size\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-7-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-7-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-7-1-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-7-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-7-1-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-7-1.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/div> <\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-51487-step-0-11\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">Punch down the dough to release the air.<\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-media wprm-recipe-instruction-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-8-1-300x200.jpg\" class=\"attachment-medium size-medium\" alt=\"punching down risen dough\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-8-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-8-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-8-1-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-8-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-8-1-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-8-1.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/div> <\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-51487-step-0-12\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">Divide the dough into 12 equal pieces.<\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-media wprm-recipe-instruction-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-9-1-300x200.jpg\" class=\"attachment-medium size-medium\" alt=\"dough divided and shaped into balls arranged in baking tray\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-9-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-9-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-9-1-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-9-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-9-1-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-9-1.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/div> <\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-51487-step-0-13\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">Place the dough balls into a lined baking tray.<\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-media wprm-recipe-instruction-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-10-1-300x200.jpg\" class=\"attachment-medium size-medium\" alt=\"Baking tray without the dough balls\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-10-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-10-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-10-1-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-10-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-10-1-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-10-1.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/div> <\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-51487-step-0-14\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">Cover again and let them rise until puffy and slightly touching.<\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-media wprm-recipe-instruction-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-11-1-300x200.jpg\" class=\"attachment-medium size-medium\" alt=\"shaped dough balls rising in baking tray before baking\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-11-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-11-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-11-1-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-11-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-11-1-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-11-1.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/div> <\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-51487-step-0-15\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">Mix the egg yolk with milk to make the egg wash.<\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-media wprm-recipe-instruction-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-12-1-300x200.jpg\" class=\"attachment-medium size-medium\" alt=\"Egg wash mixture in bowl\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-12-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-12-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-12-1-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-12-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-12-1-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-12-1.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/div> <\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-51487-step-0-16\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">Brush the tops of the buns with the egg wash.<\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-media wprm-recipe-instruction-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-13-1-300x200.jpg\" class=\"attachment-medium size-medium\" alt=\"baked chocolate hot cross buns with chocolate crosses and glaze\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-13-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-13-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-13-1-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-13-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-13-1-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-13-1.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/div> <\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-51487-step-0-17\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Bake until golden brown on top in a preheated oven at 350\u00b0F (180\u00b0C) for 22\u201325 minutes.<\/span><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-media wprm-recipe-instruction-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-16-1-300x200.jpg\" class=\"attachment-medium size-medium\" alt=\"baked hot cross buns golden brown\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-16-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-16-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-16-1-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-16-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-16-1-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-16-1.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/div> <\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-51487-step-0-18\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Mix the marmalade with the boiling water to create the glaze. Brush the baked buns with it.<\/span><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-media wprm-recipe-instruction-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-14-1-300x200.jpg\" class=\"attachment-medium size-medium\" alt=\"Top view of Glaze for the hot cross buns\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-14-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-14-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-14-1-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-14-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-14-1-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-14-1.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/div> <\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-51487-step-0-19\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Transfer melted chocolate into a piping bag and pipe crosses over the buns.<\/span><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-media wprm-recipe-instruction-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-15-1-300x200.jpg\" class=\"attachment-medium size-medium\" alt=\"piping chocolate crosses on buns\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-15-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-15-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-15-1-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-15-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-15-1-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-15-1.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/div> <\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-51487-step-0-20\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">Continue piping until all buns are covered with crosses.<\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-media wprm-recipe-instruction-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-18-1-300x200.jpg\" class=\"attachment-medium size-medium\" alt=\"baked chocolate hot cross buns with chocolate crosses and glaze\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-18-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-18-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-18-1-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-18-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-18-1-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-18-1.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/div> <\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-51487-step-0-21\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">Serve warm while the chocolate is still soft.<\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-media wprm-recipe-instruction-image\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-20-1-300x200.jpg\" class=\"attachment-medium size-medium\" alt=\"chocolate hot cross buns served warm\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-20-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-20-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-20-1-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-20-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-20-1-400x267.jpg 400w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/03\/Chocolate-Hot-Buns-20-1.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/div> <\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n\t<div id=\"recipe-video\"><\/div>\n\t<div id=\"recipe-51487-notes\" class=\"wprm-recipe-notes-container wprm-block-text-normal\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-notes-header wprm-block-text-none wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\">Notes<\/h3><div class=\"wprm-recipe-notes\"><span data-start=\"126\" data-end=\"362\" style=\"display: block;\">This dough comes together pretty easily, but a few small things make a big difference in how soft and fluffy your buns turn out. Once you\u2019ve made it once, you\u2019ll start to feel when the dough is ready instead of just following the steps.<\/span><div class=\"wprm-spacer\"><\/div>\n<span data-start=\"364\" data-end=\"518\" style=\"display: block;\">\u2022 Milk temperature: Aim for warm, not hot. Around 110\u00b0F (43\u201344\u00b0C) is ideal. If it\u2019s too hot, it can affect the yeast and your dough won\u2019t rise properly.<\/span><div class=\"wprm-spacer\"><\/div>\n<span data-start=\"520\" data-end=\"672\" style=\"display: block;\">\u2022 Flour: Try not to add too much extra flour. The dough should feel slightly tacky, not dry. Adding too much will make the buns dense instead of soft.<\/span><div class=\"wprm-spacer\"><\/div>\n<span data-start=\"674\" data-end=\"813\" style=\"display: block;\">\u2022 Kneading: Stop once the dough is smooth and elastic. If you keep going too long, it can tighten up and affect the texture after baking.<\/span><div class=\"wprm-spacer\"><\/div>\n<span data-start=\"815\" data-end=\"956\" style=\"display: block;\">\u2022 Chocolate chips: Mixing them in from the beginning distributes the chocolate evenly through the dough, so you get a little in every bite.<\/span><div class=\"wprm-spacer\"><\/div>\n<span data-start=\"958\" data-end=\"1117\" style=\"display: block;\">\u2022 Rising: If your kitchen is cold, let the dough rise in the oven with just the light on. It creates a warm environment and helps it double in size properly.<\/span><div class=\"wprm-spacer\"><\/div>\n<span data-start=\"1119\" data-end=\"1238\" style=\"display: block;\">\u2022 Even sizing: Try to keep your dough pieces similar in size so they bake evenly and sit nicely together in the tray.<\/span><div class=\"wprm-spacer\"><\/div>\n<span data-start=\"1240\" data-end=\"1385\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\" style=\"display: block;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-tip-shortcode wprm-recipe-tip wprm-recipe-tip-style-left-border-straight wprm-recipe-instruction-tip-style-left-border-straight\" style=\"--wprm-tip-accent: #f02c2c;--wprm-tip-text-color: #000000;\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-icon wprm-recipe-tip-icon wprm-recipe-instruction-tip-icon\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" viewBox=\"0 0 46 49\" fill=\"none\"><g fill=\"#f02c2c\" clip-path=\"url(#a)\"><path d=\"M0 24.617c0 13.233 10.766 24 24 24l.002.001c8.65 0 16.526-4.59 20.81-12.05l-2.764-1.422C38.296 41.572 31.478 45.521 24 45.521c-11.526 0-20.904-9.378-20.904-20.904C3.096 13.09 12.474 3.713 24 3.713c7.634 0 14.522 4.067 18.23 10.688l2.788-1.373C40.786 5.345 32.832.617 24 .617c-13.234 0-24 10.766-24 24Z\"\/><path fill-rule=\"evenodd\" d=\"M19.733 11.126v26.982h4.232c7.438 0 13.491-6.053 13.491-13.491 0-7.439-6.053-13.492-13.491-13.492h-4.232Zm4.23 23.788h-1.105V14.318h1.105c5.679 0 10.298 4.62 10.298 10.299 0 5.678-4.62 10.297-10.298 10.297Z\" clip-rule=\"evenodd\"\/><\/g><defs><clipPath id=\"a\"><path fill=\"#f02c2c\" d=\"M0 .617h45.018v48H0z\"\/><\/clipPath><\/defs><\/svg><\/span><div class=\"wprm-recipe-tip-text wprm-recipe-instruction-tip-text\">If the dough springs back slightly when you press it and feels soft to the touch, you\u2019re right where you need to be before baking.<\/div><\/div><\/span><div class=\"wprm-spacer\"><\/div>\n<span style=\"display: block;\">\u00a0<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\t<div class=\"cwp-food-nutrition\">\n\t\t<div id=\"recipe-51487-nutrition\" class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-shortcode-container\"><h3 class=\"wprm-recipe-header wprm-recipe-nutrition-header wprm-block-text-none wprm-align-left wprm-header-decoration-none\" style=\"\">Nutrition<\/h3><div class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-container wprm-nutrition-label-container-simple wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"text-align: left;\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-calories\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Calories: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">297<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">kcal<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-carbohydrates\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Carbohydrates: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">48<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-protein\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Protein: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">6<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">9<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-saturated_fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Saturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">4<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-polyunsaturated_fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Polyunsaturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">1<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-monounsaturated_fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Monounsaturated Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">3<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-trans_fat\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Trans Fat: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">0.01<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">g<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-cholesterol\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Cholesterol: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">27<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container-sodium\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Sodium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">134<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">mg<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\"> | <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-container 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