Emily's Fluffy Hot Cross Buns | Simply Local

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 flour, sugar, and salt in a large bowl.

Activate yeast in warm milk for 5 minutes until foamy.

Combine yeast mixture with flour mixture, then add eggs and melted butter.

Knead dough on a floured surface for 10 minutes until smooth.

Incorporate dried fruit, spices, and zests into the dough.

Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1 hour or until doubled.

Punch down the dough and divide into equal pieces.

Shape each piece into a bun and place on a baking tray.

Cover the buns and let rise for another 30 minutes.

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

Make a cross paste with flour and water, pipe crosses on buns.

Bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.

Prepare glaze with sugar and water, brush over warm buns.

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