Solving The Mystery Of Hot Cross Buns With 5 Recipes Slideshow
While steeped in history, hot cross buns are fun to give a new and innovative twist to. This recipe, created by Jorj Morgan, gives them a citrusy bite, with orange zest and an orange-infused icing.
Hot Cross Buns
I always used to think hot cross buns were difficult to make, and avoided baking them for years. When I finally gave them a try one Easter, I realized they are really easy to make. They will keep for about four days in an airtight container but if they do go a little hard, toast them and spread with ample amounts of butter.
Gluten-Free Hot Cross Buns
Now even those who eat gluten-free can enjoy these tradition-richtreats. Nicole from Gluten-Free on a Shoestring mastered this recipe so that they taste like the real thing.
Hot Cross Muffins
While walking on the beach with my friend Judith Anne, I was discussing my recipe of the month for our website and that I hadn't decided on one that would suit the Easter holidays. She said, "Hot cross buns!" and before we knew it, the recipe was developed, a quick and easy muffin with golden raisins and cranberries. When I got home, I put together these muffins, which are similar in flavor to the traditional yeast bun, but less time-consuming to make. The muffins are moist and keep well.
Honey Hot Cross Buns
Honoring their religious roots, the Irish would bake hot cross buns during Lent and serve them on Good Friday. Lore further states that some would hang hot cross buns from their kitchen ceilings to ward off evil spirits for the year and that they associated the baked goods with healing properties, especially with strengthening relationships.