My family looks forward to my mom's hot cross buns every year. She's a wonderful lady and cook who makes our holidays memorable.
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 45m
Yield 3 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm milk. Stir in the butter, eggs, sugar and salt. Combine 3 cups flour, candied fruit and cinnamon; add to yeast mixture and mix well. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough. , Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour. , Punch dough down; shape into 2-in. balls. Place 2 in. apart on greased baking sheets. Using a sharp knife, cut a cross on top of each bun. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 30 minutes. , Beat egg yolk and water; brush over buns. Bake at 350° for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from pans to cool on wire racks. Combine icing ingredients; pipe an "X" on top of each bun.
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Md Shoyad_vi
[email protected]Candied fruit hot cross buns? That's a new one to me. I'll have to keep an eye out for them the next time I'm at the bakery.
Niculita Denis
[email protected]These buns look so good! I'm going to have to find a candied fruit recipe to try.
Zubair Ansari
[email protected]I've never had candied fruit before. What does it taste like?
Hameed Arain
[email protected]I'm not a baker, but this recipe seems easy enough to follow. I might give it a try.
Raja Atta
[email protected]Can't wait to try this recipe! I love candied fruit.
MAHNOOR SHAHID
[email protected]These buns look delicious! I'm definitely going to try making them.
Govand Bist
[email protected]I followed the recipe exactly, but my buns didn't rise properly. Not sure what went wrong.
Atalia Carlain
[email protected]A bit too sweet for my taste, but overall a good recipe.
Adedokun Elizabeth
[email protected]I've made these buns several times now, and they're always a success. They're perfect for Easter brunch or any other special occasion.
Rebecca Burton
[email protected]These buns were a hit with my family! They loved the candied fruit and the soft, fluffy texture.
Ba Khan
[email protected]Not a huge fan of candied fruit, but these buns were still really good! The dough was light and airy, and the spices were perfectly balanced.
Amjid Wafa
[email protected]These hot cross buns turned out amazing! The candied fruit added a delicious sweetness and texture, and the buns were perfectly fluffy. I'll definitely be making these again.