Hot cross buns
The perfect Easter delight, enjoy hot cross buns in their classic form or as a loaf or a tear and share - try toasted with butter and jam
SERVES
22
PEOPLE
PREP TIME
20
MINUTES
COOKING TIME
15
MINUTES
Ingredients
25g fresh yeast
110g caster sugar
450g baker's flour
75g butter
¼ tsp cinnamon
¼ tsp nutmeg
2-3 tsp mixed spice
1 level tsp salt (important)
2 eggs
225-300ml tepid milk
75g currants
50g sultanas
25g candied peel, chopped
milk
sugar
1 egg yolk
For the liquid cross:
50g plain flour
1 tbsp butter, melted
4-5 tbsp cold water
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