Fluffy, lightly spiced, and absolutely irresistible, these homemade classic hot cross buns are the ultimate treat for breakfast or an afternoon snack. 



Perfectly spiced, soft and tender homemade classic hot cross buns recipe. Great for breakfast, or as a mid-afternoon snack.


HOT CROSS BUNS
Prep time: 15-20 mins
Cook time: 20-25 mins
Makes 12 rolls

Ingredients
225ml milk, lukewarm
50g butter, melted & cool
2 eggs
500g white bread flour
50g caster sugar
7g yeast
1 tsp & 1/4 tsp cinnamon
1/2 tsp mixed spice
1/4 tsp nutmeg
120 g raisins
50g mixed peel

Method
In a bowl, mix together dry ingredients, gently pour in wet ingredients to form a slightly sticky dough. Knead for 10 mins, until soft and dough springs back. Cover & set aside for 1 hr, until doubled in size.

Knock back air in dough, add dried fruit, knead in. Roll into ball, flatten, divide into 12 pieces.
Shape into balls, place on baking tray, cover & prove for 20 mins.

Preheat oven 200C, 180C fan. Mix 100g plain flour with 5 tbsp water to make a paste. Pipe a cross over each bun. Bake for 20-25 mins.

Heat 2 tbsp of marmalade until gently warm, brush glaze over each bun.