Gluten-Free Hot Cross Buns
Soft, spiced, and perfectly sweet, these Gluten-Free Hot Cross Buns are a delightful twist on the traditional Easter treat, crafted for those embracing a gluten-free lifestyle. Made with a blend of gluten-free all-purpose flour and a touch of xanthan gum for structure, these buns are tender and bursting with warm spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice, with chewy raisins adding a hint of natural sweetness. The dough is enriched with milk, butter, and eggs for a rich, bakery-quality texture, while a simple flour-and-water paste is piped on top to create the signature cross design. Whether served warm or at room temperature, these homemade hot cross buns are the perfect centerpiece for your holiday table, proving that gluten-free baking can be just as indulgent and satisfying as the original!
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Ingredients
- 450 grams Gluten-free all-purpose flour
- 8 grams Yeast
- 50 grams Granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
- 0.5 teaspoon Ground allspice
- 120 grams Raisins
- 300 milliliters Milk
- 50 grams Butter
- 2 large Eggs
- 1 teaspoon Xanthan gum
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 100 grams Plain yogurt
- 75 grams All-purpose gluten-free flour
- 75 milliliters Water
Directions
Step 1
In a large mixing bowl, combine the gluten-free flour, yeast, sugar, salt, cinnamon, nutmeg, allspice, and xanthan gum. Stir until well mixed.
Step 2
In a small saucepan, heat the milk and butter over low heat until the butter is melted and the mixture is warm. Remove from heat and let it cool to lukewarm.
Step 3
In a separate bowl, beat the eggs and then add the vanilla extract and plain yogurt. Mix well.
Step 4
Pour the milk mixture into the dry ingredients, followed by the egg mixture. Stir until the dough begins to come together.
Step 5
Add the raisins and knead the dough in the bowl until smooth and elastic (around 5 to 7 minutes).
Step 6
Cover the bowl with a clean cloth and let it rise in a warm place until doubled in size, around 60 to 90 minutes.
Step 7
Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
Step 8
After the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into 12 equal pieces. Shape each into a ball and place them on the prepared tray, spaced slightly apart.
Step 9
For the cross, mix 75 grams of gluten-free flour with 75 milliliters of water to form a paste. Transfer this to a piping bag fitted with a small nozzle and pipe a cross over each bun.
Step 10
Bake the buns in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
Step 11
Remove from the oven and place on a wire rack to cool.
Step 12
Serve warm or at room temperature. Enjoy your gluten-free hot cross buns!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | 1356.2 grams (1356.2g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 3272 |
| Total Fat 66.70g | 86% |
| Saturated Fat 32.20g | 161% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.60g | |
| Cholesterol 523mg | 174% |
| Sodium 3034mg | 132% |
| Total Carbohydrate 630.10g | 229% |
| Dietary Fiber 24.10g | 86% |
| Total Sugars 153.20g | |
| Protein 51.40g | 103% |
| Vitamin D 274IU | 1371% |
| Calcium 804mg | 62% |
| Iron 8mg | 46% |
| Potassium 1953mg | 42% |
Source of Calories