Step #1
This recipe makes 30 hot cross buns. A smaller quantity of buns can be made by using half a pack of each mix and half the quantity of other ingredients. Add the fat, sugar, milk powder, mixed spice and egg to the bread mixes.
Step #2
Using 520ml of warm water make up the dough following the instructions on the pack. Add the mixed fruit and blend through the dough.
Step #3
Divide the dough into 30 pieces and mould into balls. Rest for 10 minutes.
Step #4
Remould the pieces and place on a greased baking tray ensuring they are in straight lines to make the piping of the crosses easier. The number on each tray depends on the size of tray.
Step #5
Prove in a warm place for 35-40 minutes or until doubled in size. Using a piping bag fitted with a fine nozzle (1-1.5mm) pipe crosses carefully on the proved buns.
Step #6
Bake in a preheated oven at 220°C (425°F) gas mark 7 for 15 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from oven and brush immediately with sugar solution to give glaze.
