Pull-Apart Hot Cross Buns
Hot cross buns are traditionally eaten on Good Friday, with the cross on top symbolizing the crucifixion of Jesus.
This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 110 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 13.
Pull-Apart Hot Cross Buns
Ingredients
Instructions
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In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, yeast, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt. Cut in butter until mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Stir in raisins.
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In a small saucepan, heat milk until warm. Add milk and egg to the flour mixture and stir until a soft dough forms.
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Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes.
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Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1 hour.
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Punch down dough and divide into 12 portions. Shape each portion into a ball and place in a greased 9-inch square baking pan.
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Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 30 minutes.
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Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Bake buns for 18-20 minutes or until golden brown.
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In a small bowl, mix powdered sugar, lemon juice, and water to make a glaze. Drizzle glaze over warm buns in the shape of a cross.
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Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Servings 12
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 220kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 6g10%
- Total Carbohydrate 38g13%
- Sugars 16g
- Protein 4g8%
* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.
