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Hot Cross Buns | RecipeBox
"Learn how to make soft and flavorful hot cross buns using this deliciously spiced yeast dough. Each bun is marked with a traditional cross, baked until golden, then topped with orange icing. See recipe notes for icing cross alternative, as well as freezing and make-ahead instructions...."
INGREDIENTS
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3/4 cup (180ml) whole milk, warmed to about 110°F
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2 and 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast or instant yeast (1 standard packet)
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1 teaspoon granulated sugar
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1/2 cup (100g) packed light or dark brown sugar
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5 Tablespoons (70g) unsalted butter, softened to room temperature and cut into 5 pieces
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1/2 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
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2 large eggs, at room temperature
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1 teaspoon salt
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1 and 1/4 teaspoons ground cinnamon
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1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
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1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
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3 and 1/2 cups (435g) all-purpose flour or bread flour (spoon & leveled)*
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1 cup (140g) raisins or currants*
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1/2 cup (60g) all-purpose flour or bread flour
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6-8 Tablespoons (90-120ml) water
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1 cup (120g) confectioners’ sugar
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3 Tablespoons (45ml) fresh or bottled orange juice (or use milk and a splash of vanilla extract for plain icing)
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