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Hot Cross Buns Made Easy: Soft, Spicy, and Irresistible!

Hot Cross Buns
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Enjoy the delightful taste of homemade hot cross buns with this easy recipe!

Ingredients

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  • 4 cups all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup sugar
  • 1 tablespoon instant yeast
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
  • 1/2 teaspoon allspice
  • 1/4 cup butter, melted
  • 1 1/2 cups milk, warmed
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup mixed dried fruit
  • 1/4 cup currants

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, mix the flour, sugar, yeast, salt, and spices.
  2. In another bowl, combine the melted butter, warmed milk, and eggs.
  3. Mix the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients until a dough forms.
  4. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes.
  5. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise until doubled.
  6. Punch down the dough and fold in the dried fruit and currants.
  7. Shape the dough into buns and place them on a baking sheet.
  8. Cover the buns and let them rise for another hour.
  9. Bake at 375°F for 20 minutes or until golden brown.
  10. Cool and frost the tops with a simple icing.

Notes

  • For extra spice, consider adding a pinch of cloves.
  • Serve warm for the best experience.

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