{"id":68848,"date":"2020-04-10T02:22:04","date_gmt":"2020-04-09T16:22:04","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/?p=68848"},"modified":"2026-08-11T06:51:40","modified_gmt":"2026-08-11T10:51:40","slug":"hot-cross-buns","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/hot-cross-buns\/","title":{"rendered":"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\">These soft, fluffy, generous sized <strong>Hot Cross Buns<\/strong> are packed with sweet spices and easier to make than you&#8217;d think! This hot cross buns recipe includes step-by-step tip to help you create bakery-worthy results right from your own kitchen. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-left wp-block-paragraph\">Easter is always a special time in our home, and nothing beats the aroma of homemade hot cross buns baking in the oven. The scent of warm bread and fragrant spices fills every corner&#8230; pure heaven. Once you&#8217;ve tried these much from scratch, with all the classic hot cross buns ingredients, there&#8217;s no going back to store-brought!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" src=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Hot-Cross-Buns-IMAGE-96.jpg\" alt=\"Hot and fluffy Hot Cross Buns with one cut in half and smeared with fresh butter. \" class=\"wp-image-68857\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Hot-Cross-Buns-IMAGE-96.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Hot-Cross-Buns-IMAGE-96-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Hot-Cross-Buns-IMAGE-96-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Hot-Cross-Buns-IMAGE-96-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Hot-Cross-Buns-IMAGE-96-100x150.jpg 100w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Hot-Cross-Buns-IMAGE-96-768x1152.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Hot-Cross-Buns-IMAGE-96-1024x1536.jpg 1024w\" 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-these-hot-cross-buns-work\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Makes These Hot Cross Buns Work<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">These <strong>hot cross buns<\/strong> are soft, fluffy, and full of cozy spice. The dough is rich with cinnamon and allspice, while plump dried fruit adds just the right touch of sweetness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This easy hot cross buns recipe delivers better-than-bakery results using simple, classic hot cross buns ingredients. Finished with a traditional cross and shiny glaze, they\u2019re everything the best hot cross buns should be: comforting, nostalgic, and delicious.<\/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-what-goes-into-hot-cross-buns\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Goes Into Hot Cross Buns<\/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\/2020\/04\/HotCrossBuns-IngredientShot.jpg\" alt=\"Flat lay photo of ingredient shot of ground cinnamon and all spice, pure vanilla extract, warm water, boiling water, milk, orange marmalade, instant dry yeast, egg, melted butter, sugar, sultanas, orange zest, salt, all purpose flour\" class=\"wp-image-96308\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/HotCrossBuns-IngredientShot.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/HotCrossBuns-IngredientShot-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/HotCrossBuns-IngredientShot-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/HotCrossBuns-IngredientShot-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/HotCrossBuns-IngredientShot-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/HotCrossBuns-IngredientShot-400x267.jpg 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1200px) 100vw, 1200px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Made with pantry staples and a few festive additions, these Hot Cross Buns are soft, sweet, and beautifully spiced. Here are a few of the key ingredients that make this recipe shine:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>Rapid Rise Yeast:<\/strong> Helps the dough rise quickly and gives the buns their light, airy texture.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Warm Milk:<\/strong> Activates the yeast and adds richness to the dough for a soft, tender crumb.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>All Spice and Cinnamon:<\/strong> These warm spices give classic hot cross buns their signature aroma and cozy flavor.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Sultanas and Orange Zest:<\/strong> Provide bursts of sweetness and citrusy brightness in every bite.<\/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-hot-cross-buns\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">How To Make Hot Cross 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\/2020\/04\/HotCrossBuns-Step1.jpg\" alt=\"In a small bowl, mix the yeast with warm milk and 2 teaspoons of sugar.\" class=\"wp-image-96313\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/HotCrossBuns-Step1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/HotCrossBuns-Step1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/HotCrossBuns-Step1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/HotCrossBuns-Step1-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/HotCrossBuns-Step1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/HotCrossBuns-Step1-400x267.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>Activate the Yeast<\/strong> In a small bowl, mix the yeast with warm milk and 2 teaspoons of sugar. Let it sit for 3 to 5 minutes, until it becomes frothy on top.<\/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\/2020\/04\/HotCrossBuns-Step2.jpg\" alt=\"In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, remaining sugar, all spice, cinnamon, and salt. Stir in the sultanas and orange zest.\" class=\"wp-image-96317\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/HotCrossBuns-Step2.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/HotCrossBuns-Step2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/HotCrossBuns-Step2-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/HotCrossBuns-Step2-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/HotCrossBuns-Step2-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/HotCrossBuns-Step2-400x267.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><strong>Mix the Dry Ingredients<br><\/strong>In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour, remaining sugar, all spice, cinnamon, and salt. Stir in the sultanas and orange zest to distribute evenly.<\/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\/2020\/04\/HotCrossBuns-Step3-1.jpg\" alt=\"Pour in the frothy yeast mixture, cooled melted butter and an egg.\" class=\"wp-image-96320\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/HotCrossBuns-Step3-1.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/HotCrossBuns-Step3-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/HotCrossBuns-Step3-1-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/HotCrossBuns-Step3-1-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/HotCrossBuns-Step3-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/HotCrossBuns-Step3-1-400x267.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><strong>Add Wet Ingredients<\/strong> Make a well in the center and pour in the frothy yeast mixture, cooled melted butter, and egg. Stir to begin forming the dough.<\/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\/2020\/04\/HotCrossBuns-Step4.jpg\" alt=\"Use a stand mixer on low for 5 minutes until smooth and elastic.\" class=\"wp-image-96323\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/HotCrossBuns-Step4.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/HotCrossBuns-Step4-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/HotCrossBuns-Step4-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/HotCrossBuns-Step4-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/HotCrossBuns-Step4-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/HotCrossBuns-Step4-400x267.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><strong>Knead the Dough<\/strong> Use a stand mixer on low (setting 2) for 5 minutes until smooth and elastic, adding flour 1 tablespoon at a time if needed. Or knead by hand on a floured surface for 10 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\/2020\/04\/HotCrossBuns-Step5.jpg\" alt=\"he dough should be soft, stretchy, and smooth on top when pulled gently.\" class=\"wp-image-96328\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/HotCrossBuns-Step5.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/HotCrossBuns-Step5-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/HotCrossBuns-Step5-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/HotCrossBuns-Step5-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/HotCrossBuns-Step5-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/HotCrossBuns-Step5-400x267.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><strong>Check Dough Texture<\/strong> The dough should be soft, stretchy, and smooth on top. When pulled gently, it should not tear easily\u2014a sign it\u2019s kneaded well.<\/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\/2020\/04\/HotCrossBuns-Step6.jpg\" alt=\"Return the dough, and cover with plastic wrap.\" class=\"wp-image-96331\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/HotCrossBuns-Step6.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/HotCrossBuns-Step6-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/HotCrossBuns-Step6-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/HotCrossBuns-Step6-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/HotCrossBuns-Step6-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/HotCrossBuns-Step6-400x267.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><strong>First Rise<\/strong> Lightly oil the bowl, return the dough, and cover with plastic wrap and a towel. Let it rise in a warm place for 1 to 2 hours until doubled in size.<\/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\/2020\/04\/HotCrossBuns-Step7.jpg\" alt=\"Divide into 12 equal pieces and roll into balls.\" class=\"wp-image-96334\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/HotCrossBuns-Step7.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/HotCrossBuns-Step7-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/HotCrossBuns-Step7-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/HotCrossBuns-Step7-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/HotCrossBuns-Step7-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/HotCrossBuns-Step7-400x267.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><strong>Shape the Buns<\/strong> Punch down the dough, then knead briefly to remove air. Divide into 12 equal pieces and roll into balls. Arrange in a 9&#215;13-inch lined tray in a 3&#215;4 pattern.<\/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\/2020\/04\/HotCrossBuns-Step8.jpg\" alt=\"Cover again with plastic wrap and a towel. Let the buns rise in a warm spot for 30 minutes.\" class=\"wp-image-96337\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/HotCrossBuns-Step8.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/HotCrossBuns-Step8-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/HotCrossBuns-Step8-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/HotCrossBuns-Step8-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/HotCrossBuns-Step8-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/HotCrossBuns-Step8-400x267.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><strong>Second Rise<\/strong> Cover again with plastic wrap and a towel. Let the buns rise in a warm spot for 30 minutes, or until puffed and touching each other.<\/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\/2020\/04\/HotCrossBuns-Step9.jpg\" alt=\"Mix flour and warm water to form a thick paste. Spoon into a ziplock bag, snip the corner, and pipe crosses over the buns.\" class=\"wp-image-96340\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/HotCrossBuns-Step9.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/HotCrossBuns-Step9-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/HotCrossBuns-Step9-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/HotCrossBuns-Step9-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/HotCrossBuns-Step9-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/HotCrossBuns-Step9-400x267.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><strong>Pipe the Crosses<\/strong> Mix flour and warm water to form a thick paste. Spoon into a ziplock bag, snip the corner, and pipe crosses over the buns, making sure the paste hugs the dough.<\/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\/2020\/04\/HotCrossBuns-Step10.jpg\" alt=\"Bake at 350\u00b0F (180\u00b0C) for 22\u201325 minutes until golden brown. While warm, brush with a glaze of jam and boiling water.\" class=\"wp-image-96343\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/HotCrossBuns-Step10.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/HotCrossBuns-Step10-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/HotCrossBuns-Step10-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/HotCrossBuns-Step10-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/HotCrossBuns-Step10-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/HotCrossBuns-Step10-400x267.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><strong>Bake and Glaze<\/strong> Bake at 350\u00b0F (180\u00b0C) for 22\u201325 minutes until golden brown. While warm, brush with a glaze of jam and boiling water. Cool slightly, then slice and serve.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Hot Cross Buns are perfect warm from the oven with a pat of butter, but they also pair beautifully with a savory brunch or dinner. Try them with hearty mains like <a href=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/chicken-pumpkin-ricotta-lasagna\/\">Chicken Pumpkin and Ricotta Lasagna<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/lightened-chicken-carbonara\/\">Lightened Up Chicken Carbonara<\/a> for a satisfying balance of sweet and savory. Whether it\u2019s Easter or any cozy gathering, these buns round out the table perfectly.<br><\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\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 id=\"recipe-card\" class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1733457286629\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>Can I Use Any Type of Yeast for Hot Cross Buns?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Yes! You can use rapid rise, instant, or dried yeast. We recommend using two 7g (1\/4-oz) packets, or about 1 1\/2 tablespoons total. Even though some yeast types don\u2019t need activating, we still bloom it in warm milk to make sure it\u2019s alive and ready to rise.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1754459201232\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>What Should I Do If My Yeast Doesn\u2019t Froth?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">If your yeast doesn\u2019t bubble or foam after a few minutes, it\u2019s no longer active. Discard it and start over with a fresh packet\u2014otherwise, your dough won\u2019t rise properly.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1754459203583\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\"><strong>How Warm Should the Milk Be?<\/strong><\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">The milk should be warm to the touch, around 110\u00b0F (45\u00b0C), but not hot. If it\u2019s too hot, it can kill the yeast. Microwave it in short bursts, stir, and let it cool slightly if needed before using.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1200\" height=\"1800\" src=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Hot-Cross-Buns-IMAGE-120.jpg\" alt=\"Holding Hot Cross Buns in fingers \" class=\"wp-image-68861\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Hot-Cross-Buns-IMAGE-120.jpg 1200w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Hot-Cross-Buns-IMAGE-120-400x600.jpg 400w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Hot-Cross-Buns-IMAGE-120-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Hot-Cross-Buns-IMAGE-120-683x1024.jpg 683w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Hot-Cross-Buns-IMAGE-120-100x150.jpg 100w, https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/04\/Hot-Cross-Buns-IMAGE-120-768x1152.jpg 768w, 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wprm-recipe-author-label\">By <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-author wprm-block-text-normal\"><a href=\"https:\/\/cafedelites.com\/about\/\" target=\"_self\">Karina Carrel<\/a><\/span><\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"wprm-recipe-meta-container wprm-recipe-custom-container wprm-recipe-details-container wprm-recipe-details-container-separated wprm-block-text-none\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-block-container wprm-recipe-block-container-separated wprm-block-text-none wprm-recipe-time-container wprm-recipe-prep-time-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-none wprm-recipe-time-label wprm-recipe-prep-time-label\">Prep Time: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-recipe-time wprm-block-text-none\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details wprm-recipe-details-minutes wprm-recipe-prep_time wprm-recipe-prep_time-minutes\">30<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-prep_time-unit wprm-recipe-prep_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-cook-time-container\" style=\"\"><span class=\"wprm-recipe-details-label wprm-block-text-none wprm-recipe-time-label 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 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class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-amount\">2<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">packets<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">rapid rise yeast<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">or dry, 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&#032;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<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">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&#032;or caster sugar, 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<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">or caster sugar, 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&#032;or plain\/all purpose, 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<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">or plain\/all purpose, 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;2&#032;teaspoons&#032;all spice&#032;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\">2<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">teaspoons<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">all spice<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">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;1&#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\">1<\/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&#032;cup&#032;sultanas\"><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<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">sultanas<\/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\"><strong>CROSSES<\/strong><\/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\/2&#032;cup&#032;all purpose&#032;plain flour \"><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\/2<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">cup<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">all purpose<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">plain flour <\/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;5&#032;tablespoons&#032;water&#032;warm\"><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\">5<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tablespoons<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">water<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">warm<\/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;1\/2&#032;teaspoon&#032;pure vanilla extract\"><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-amount\">1\/2<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">teaspoon<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">pure vanilla extract<\/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\"><strong>GLAZE<\/strong><\/h4><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredients\"><li class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\" data-uid=\"17\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-14\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;1&#032;tbsp&#032;jam&#032;orange marmalade or apricot jam -- you can also use honey, maple syrup, agave or golden syrup\"><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\">1<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">tbsp<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">jam<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes wprm-recipe-ingredient-notes-faded\">orange marmalade or apricot jam &#8212; 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=\"18\"><span class=\"wprm-checkbox-container\"><input type=\"checkbox\" id=\"wprm-checkbox-15\" class=\"wprm-checkbox\" aria-label=\"&nbsp;2&#032;teaspoons&#032;boiling water\"><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\">2<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-unit\">teaspoons<\/span>&#32;<span class=\"wprm-recipe-ingredient-name\">boiling water<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n\t<div id=\"recipe-68890-instructions\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions-container wprm-recipe-68890-instructions-container wprm-block-text-normal\" data-recipe=\"68890\"><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;<\/h3><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\"><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\"><li id=\"wprm-recipe-68890-step-0-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">Place yeast, milk and 2 teaspoons of the sugar in a small bowl to activate. Set aside until frothy on top, about 3-5 minutes.<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-68890-step-0-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">While yeast is activating, grab a large mixing bowl and combine flour, remaining sugar, all spice, cinnamon and salt. Give those dry ingredients a light whisk to combine, then add in the sultanas and zest.<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-68890-step-0-2\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\">Create a well in the centre of the dry ingredients; pour in the yeast, cooled melted butter and egg.<\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-68890-step-0-3\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\"><strong>FOR STANDMIXER:<\/strong> 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, until the dough JUST pulls away from sides of bowl (not too sticky).<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-68890-step-0-4\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\"><strong>BY HAND:<\/strong> If you don&#039;t have a stand mixer, lightly dust a work bench 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><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-68890-step-0-5\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\"><strong>TEST DOUGH:<\/strong> Hold dough in your hands and pull slightly outwards. It should have a smooth top and not tear when stretched.<\/span><\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\"><h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-instruction-group-name wprm-block-text-none\">FIRST RISE<\/h4><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\"><li id=\"wprm-recipe-68890-step-1-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">LIGHTLY oil the same mixing bowl you worked with. Place dough inside bowl, cover with plastic cling wrap and place a dry tea towel over the top. Leave in a warm place to prove for 1-2 hours, or until doubled in size.<\/span><\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\"><h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-instruction-group-name wprm-block-text-none\"><strong>SHAPE INTO BUNS<\/strong><\/h4><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\"><li id=\"wprm-recipe-68890-step-2-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Line a deep 9 x 13-inch (31cm x 23cm) baking tray with baking paper. You want a piece long enough to create a slight over-hang for easier lifting once baked. Set aside.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-68890-step-2-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Remove cling wrap and punch down dough with fist to deflate and knock the air out. Transfer dough to a clean, lightly floured work surface.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-68890-step-2-2\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Knead dough for an additional minute or two to get remaining air out. Shape dough into a log and divide into 12 equal pieces (each piece should weigh about 4-oz. or 116-119 grams). Briefly roll each piece into a ball, evenly spacing them out on the tray as you go into rows of 3 x 4.<\/span><\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\"><h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-instruction-group-name wprm-block-text-none\">SECOND RISE<\/h4><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\"><li id=\"wprm-recipe-68890-step-3-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Preheat oven to 350\u00b0F (180\u00b0C) &#8212; all ovens.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-68890-step-3-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Cover tray with plastic wrap; place dry tea towel over the top and leave in a warm place for an additional 30 minutes, or until doubled in size.<\/span><\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\"><h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-instruction-group-name wprm-block-text-none\"><strong>CROSSES<\/strong><\/h4><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\"><li id=\"wprm-recipe-68890-step-4-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Mix flour and water to a thick-ish paste (like a thick pancake batter &#8212; see photos in post).<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-68890-step-4-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Grab a sandwich-sized ziplock bag. Snip corner to measure a 3mm hole (0.1-inch). Spoon paste into\u00a0bag; carefully press the air out and SEAL the top. (Test hole is big enough by squeezing out some paste into a bowl first. If you can create a small straight line, you&#039;re ready to make your crosses. At this point you can add a little extra water to the paste ONLY IF needed).<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-68890-step-4-2\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Remove cling wrap and slowly pipe crosses onto buns. You want some paste to fall into and hug each roll\/crevice so while they bake and rise up, the crosses don&#039;t break).<\/span><\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\"><h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-instruction-group-name wprm-block-text-none\"><strong>BAKE<\/strong><\/h4><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\"><li id=\"wprm-recipe-68890-step-5-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Place buns into preheated oven and bake for 22-25 minutes, or until deep, golden brown on top.<\/span><\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-group\"><h4 class=\"wprm-recipe-group-name wprm-recipe-instruction-group-name wprm-block-text-none\"><strong>GLAZE<\/strong><\/h4><ul class=\"wprm-recipe-instructions\"><li id=\"wprm-recipe-68890-step-6-0\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Transfer buns to a wire cooling rack.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-68890-step-6-1\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Mix jam (or honey) and boiling water together in a small bowl. Brush buns over with glaze, then leave to cool.\u00a0<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-68890-step-6-2\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Allow to cool to <em>just<\/em> warm to the touch before serving.<\/span><\/div><\/li><li id=\"wprm-recipe-68890-step-6-3\" class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction\" style=\"list-style-type: none;\"><div class=\"wprm-recipe-instruction-text\"><span style=\"display: block;\">Slice open your sticky hot cross bun, spread with butter (optional) and serve.<\/span><\/div><\/li><\/ul><\/div><\/div>\n\t<div id=\"recipe-video\"><\/div>\n\t<div id=\"recipe-68890-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 style=\"display: block;\"><b>YEAST<\/b><\/span><div class=\"wprm-spacer\"><\/div>\n<span style=\"display: block;\">Dried, instant or rapid rise yeast all work with this recipe. Use 2 packets that weigh 7g (1\/4-oz.) each, or about 2 1\/4 teaspoons each (1 1\/2 tablespoons in total).<\/span><div class=\"wprm-spacer\"><\/div>\n<span style=\"display: block;\"><span data-slate-fragment=\"JTVCJTdCJTIydHlwZSUyMiUzQSUyMnBhcmFncmFwaCUyMiUyQyUyMmNoaWxkcmVuJTIyJTNBJTVCJTdCJTIydGV4dCUyMiUzQSUyMmRyeSUyQyUyMGluc3RhbnQlMjBvciUyMHJhcGlkJTIwcmlzZSUyMHllYXN0JTJDJTIyJTdEJTVEJTdEJTVE\">Even though instant or rapid rise yeast <\/span>does not need to be activated before use, we still do it out of habit as a reassurance that the bread will rise. It&#8217;s a great way of testing it before hand to make sure it is active.<\/span><div class=\"wprm-spacer\"><\/div>\n<span style=\"display: block;\">If yeast doesn&#8217;t froth, throw it out. It won&#8217;t work or rise.<\/span><div class=\"wprm-spacer\"><\/div>\n<span style=\"display: block;\"><b>MILK<\/b><\/span><div class=\"wprm-spacer\"><\/div>\n<span style=\"display: block;\">Make sure your milk is warm enough to the touch, without burning your finger (temperature should be at 110\u00b0F or 45\u00b0C). Too hot and it kills the yeast.\u00a0<\/span><div class=\"wprm-spacer\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-notes-container wprm-block-text-normal\">\n<div class=\"wprm-recipe-notes\">Use full fat, 2% or skim. Warm in the microwave for 1 minute, stir, then warm again for an additional 10-20 seconds. It should be warm to the touch. If it&#8217;s too hot, allow to cool slightly before proceeding with the yeast.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<span style=\"display: block;\"><b>FLOUR<\/b><\/span><div class=\"wprm-spacer\"><\/div>\n<span style=\"display: block;\">Bread flour is lighter and softer when compared to regular white flour. However, you <em>can<\/em> use either in this recipe.<\/span><div class=\"wprm-spacer\"><\/div>\n<span style=\"display: block;\"><strong>TIPS<\/strong><\/span><div class=\"wprm-spacer\"><\/div>\n<span style=\"display: block;\">For day old cinnamon buns, warm them up for 15 seconds in the microwave to get them soft. Or cut in half and toast them under your broiler for 3-4 minutes.<\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\t<div class=\"cwp-food-nutrition\">\n\t\t<div id=\"recipe-68890-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\">337<\/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\">63<\/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\">8<\/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\">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-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\">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-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\">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-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\">0.2<\/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\">148<\/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-potassium\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Potassium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">202<\/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-fiber\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Fiber: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">2<\/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-sugar\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Sugar: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">22<\/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-vitamin_a\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Vitamin A: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">191<\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-unit\" style=\"color: #333333\">IU<\/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-vitamin_c\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Vitamin C: <\/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\">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-calcium\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Calcium: <\/span><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-value\" style=\"color: #333333\">60<\/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-iron\"><span class=\"wprm-nutrition-label-text-nutrition-label  wprm-block-text-normal\" style=\"color: var(--wp--preset--color--foreground)\">Iron: <\/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\">mg<\/span><\/span><\/div><\/div>\n\t\t<p class=\"has-tiny-font-size\">Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.<\/p>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"wprm-call-to-action 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