Hot cross buns | How To Make Hot Cross Buns | Hot cross bun recipe

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: bread flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber and nutrients.

mixed dried fruit

🥗Healthier: fresh fruit

💰Cheaper: raisins

Fresh fruit can be lower in sugar and cost.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil provides a dairy-free option.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey is a natural sweetener with unique flavors.

Mix dry ingredients – flour, sugar, yeast, salt, cinnamon, allspice, and orange zest.

Whisk wet ingredients – milk, egg, butter, vanilla.

Combine wet and dry → knead into soft dough.

First proof – let rise until doubled.

Add raisins and mix evenly.

Shape into 12 buns → second proof until doubled.

Pipe crosses with flour paste.

Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 10 min, then 350°F (175°C) for 12–15 min.

Brush glaze (apricot jam + warm water).

Serve warm, soft & fluffy!

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