Hot Cross Buns
Hot cross buns are a traditional Easter bread enjoyed by people of all ages. They are made with a sweet dough flavored with cinnamon and currants and typically topped with a cross made of icing.
Hot cross buns are a traditional Easter bread enjoyed by people of all ages. They are made with a sweet dough flavored with cinnamon and currants and typically topped with a cross made of icing.
- 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 tablespoon active dry yeast
- 1 egg
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 egg yolk
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 3/4 cup warm water (110 degrees f/45 degrees c)
- 3 tablespoons butter
- 1 tablespoon instant powdered milk
- 1/4 cup white sugar
- 3/8 teaspoon salt
- 1 egg white
- 3 cups all-purpose flour
- 3/4 cup dried currants
- 1/2 cup confectioners' sugar
- 2 teaspoons milk
- Carbohydrate 37.4285978298035 g
- Cholesterol 25.9546434032956 mg
- Fat 3.89321650937212 g
- Fiber 1.57538221300568 g
- Protein 4.56074204853998 g
- Saturated Fat 2.16553073532988 g
- Serving Size 1 1 bun (68g)
- Sodium 426.958552119075 mg
- Sugar 35.8532156167978 g
- Trans Fat 0.362200557451509 g
- Calories 203 calories
Step-by-step
- Put warm water, butter, skim milk powder, 1/4 cup sugar, salt, egg, egg white, flour, and yeast in a bread maker and start on dough program.
- When 5 minutes of kneading are left, add currants and cinnamon. Leave in the machine till double.
- Punch down on a floured surface, cover, and let rest for 10 minutes.
- Shape into 12 balls and place in a greased 9 x 12 inch pan. Cover and let rise in a warm place till double, about 35-40 minutes.
- Mix egg yolk and 2 tablespoons of water. Brush on balls.
- Bake at 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) for 20 minutes. Remove from pan immediately and cool on a wire rack.
- To make crosses: mix together confectioners' sugar, vanilla, and milk. Brush an X on each cooled bun.
As a busy housewife, I often find myself scrambling to prepare delicious and meaningful meals for my family, especially during special occasions like Easter. One of our favorite Easter traditions is indulging in homemade hot cross buns, a delectable treat that symbolizes the resurrection of Jesus Christ.
These buns are not only a culinary delight but also hold a special place in our hearts. The sweet dough, infused with the warmth of cinnamon and the tangy sweetness of currants, evokes a sense of nostalgia and brings our family together. The icing cross adorning each bun serves as a reminder of the sacrifice and love that define the Easter holiday.
