Description

These Cinnamon Raisin Hot Cross Buns are a delightful treat with a perfect blend of flavors. Simple to prepare and ideal for festive occasions, they feature milk, raisins, and a hint of cinnamon. Ideal for breakfast or a snack!

Ingredients

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1 cup milk
2 tbsp active dry yeast
1 tsp white sugar
2 eggs
1/4 cup water
pinch of salt
1/4 cup melted unsalted butter
1/4 tsp cinnamon
3 cups all purpose white flour (you may need more or less depending on how dry your kitchen is)
1/2 cup california raisins
oil for brushing bowl
1 egg, beaten
1 tbsp water
3 tbsp icing sugar

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Instructions

Combine warmed milk, yeast, and sugar in a mixing bowl and stir. Allow to sit for 10 minutes until foamy.
Add eggs, water, salt, melted butter, and cinnamon into the yeast mixture; blend well.
Incorporate one cup of flour at a time until a dough ball forms.
Stir in raisins until evenly distributed in the dough.
Grease a bowl with oil, place the dough inside, and let it rise for 90 minutes in a warm area, covered with a damp cloth.
After rising, divide the dough into 9 large or 12 smaller balls and arrange on a baking pan.
Preheat the oven to 375°F.
Allow the buns to rise for an additional 30 minutes, covering them with a damp cloth.
Brush the tops of the buns with the beaten egg wash.
Bake in the oven for 15 minutes until golden.
Mix water and icing sugar until thick and transfer to a piping bag.
Once the buns have cooled, pipe a cross on each bun with the icing.
Serve warm with butter.

Notes

For best results, ensure that the milk is warm but not hot when activating the yeast.
Keep an eye on the buns while baking to prevent over-browning.
These buns can be made in advance and stored for later enjoyment.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 bun
Calories: 200
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 150mg
Fat: 7g
Saturated Fat: 4g
Unsaturated Fat: 3g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 30g
Fiber: 1g
Protein: 4g
Cholesterol: 30mg