https://www.cutoutandkeep.net/projects/hot-cross-buns-3 • Posted by Super Madcow
These are a little bit of work but worth the effort.
These are a little bit of work but worth the effort.
Mix the flours, sugar, cinnamon, mixed spice & salt together.
Mix water & yeast together. Set aside until bloomed.
Mix honey & milk together.
Mix together half the flour mixture, milk & yeast. Stir to combine.
Add the eggs, butter & vanilla to the mixture. Stir to combine.
Add the fruit. Stir through.
Gradually add the remaining flour to form a dough.
Cover with cling film. Set aside for an hour to rise.
Divide the dough into 12 portions. Roll into balls & place onto a tray. Cover & leave to rise for 45 mins.
Heat oven 190 degrees. Mix together the one cup of flour & enough water to make a thick paste.
Brush the top of the buns with a beaten egg.
Pipe crosses on top of the buns with the flour mixture.
Bake for 20-25 mins until golden & cooked through.
Brush the top of the buns with honey.
Serve.