"Enjoy this soft and fluffy Hot Cross Buns recipe for your special Easter meal. Traditionally eaten to celebrate, also called Easter Buns...."
INGREDIENTS
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½ cup raisins
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1 cup hot water
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½ cup warm milk (- 90 to 95 degrees)
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2½ tsp active dry yeast
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½ cup white granulated sugar (- plus 1 tablespoon, divided)
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3½ cups all-purpose flour (- I use unbleached but either is fine)
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¼ tsp ground cinnamon
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¼ tsp ground nutmeg
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¼ tsp ginger
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½ tsp salt
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2 eggs (- grade A large, slightly beaten)
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¼ cup heavy cream (- you can use whole milk)
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4 tbsp butter
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1 egg (- beaten)
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1 tbsp water
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½ cup powdered sugar
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2 tsp milk (or cream)