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Hot Cross Buns

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Soft sourdough hot cross buns with cross markings and dried fruits
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Sourdough
Hot Cross Buns
Recipe: Soft And Spiced Easter Treat

55 mins
Cooking Time
Medium
Difficulty
15
Ingredients
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The Sourdough Hot Cross Buns Recipe is a traditional Easter bake known for its soft texture, warm spices, and signature cross on top. Made using a natural sourdough starter instead of commercial yeast, these buns develop a deeper flavour and a slightly tangy taste that perfectly complements the sweetness of dried fruits and spices. Read this guide to know how to make Sourdough Hot Cross Buns. The process involves preparing a rich dough enriched with milk, butter, and eggs, then allowing it to ferment slowly. This longer fermentation not only improves flavour but also makes the buns softer and easier to digest. The dough is flavoured with cinnamon, nutmeg, and citrus zest, giving the buns their classic festive aroma. Once shaped and proofed, a simple flour paste is piped on top to create the iconic cross before baking. This Sourdough Hot Cross Buns Recipe is perfect for Easter celebrations or weekend baking projects. This guide highlighted how to make Sourdough Hot Cross Buns. Now you can enjoy freshly baked, aromatic buns straight from your oven.

Ingredients

UNITSIngredients
3 cupsStrong bread flour
½ cupActive sourdough starter
1 cupMilk (warm)
¼ cupSugar
50 gButter (softened)
1Egg
1 tspSalt
1 tspCinnamon powder
½ tspMixed spice powder
¼ tspNutmeg powder
1 tspOrange zest
¾ cupRaisins or mixed dried fruits
½ cupAll-purpose flour
5–6 tbspWater
2 tbspApricot jam or honey

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Directions

Description - Step 1

Prepare The Dough

In a large bowl, mix sourdough starter, warm milk, sugar, and egg. Add flour, salt, spices, and butter. Knead into a soft dough.

Step 1
Prepare The Dough
10 Minutes
Step 2
Add Fruits And Rest
5 Minutes
Step 3
Shape The Buns
10 Minutes
Step 4
Second Proof
1-2 Hours

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Sourdough Hot Cross Buns Recipe is a traditional Easter bread made with sourdough starter, spices, and dried fruits, known for its soft texture and signature cross on top.