Description
These Hot Cross Buns are irresistibly fluffy with a blend of raisins, spices, and a delightful glaze. Perfect for breakfast or a sweet treat!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 cup (145 g) raisins or currants
- ½ cup (120 g) water, warmed to 105°f to 115°f
- ¾ cup whole milk
- 2 ¼ teaspoons (1 packet) instant yeast
- 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
- ½ cup (100 g) light brown sugar, packed
- 5 tablespoons unsalted butter, cut into 5 pieces, softened
- ½ teaspoon vanilla extract
- 2 large eggs, room temperature
- 1 teaspoon kosher salt
- ½ teaspoons ground cinnamon
- ½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
- ½ teaspoon allspice
- 3 ½ cups (437.5 g) all-purpose flour, divided
- 1 tablespoon orange zest, about 1 small orange, zested
- ½ cup (62.5 g) all-purpose flour
- 6 tablespoons water
- 2 tablespoons apricot jam
- 1 tablespoon water
Instructions
- Soak the raisins in warm water (105°F to 115°F) for 15 to 20 minutes.
- Drain and dry the raisins with a paper towel. Set aside.
Notes
Make sure the water is at the right temperature to activate the yeast.
Use fresh spices for the best flavor in your buns.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bun
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 210mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 37g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg