Amazing Hot Cross Buns Recipe

You'll love these hot cross buns! Soft, fluffy, sweet spiced rolls filled with dried fruit, brushed with a simple glaze and of course topped with a cross.
Hot cross buns warm out of the oven are truly a pleasure not to be missed. Sweet, spiced and filled with dried fruit; you’ll be craving these after trying this homemade version of the traditional Easter recipe.
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[@jayoneill1533]

Of course everyone knows this but it’s worth repeating, a cold oven with the light on makes an excellent proofing spot.

[@donnaokoniewski3761]

Did NOT know this. Thank you so much for sharing. Brilliant! xo

[@tankmurdock19]

I didn’t know so thanks

[@quintinseegers7317]

Here's how I use the oven to proof: Turn the oven on the lowest (50C). Once it's reached the temperature, turn it off. Place an over proof dish with boiled water in the bottom of the oven. This is to create moisture and humidity so the dough doesn't dry out. Place the dough in a lightly oiled oven dish. Cover with a damp cloth. Place in the over an about an hour.

[@jayoneill1533]

The proof times are the same but I turn the light on first, before I start mixing the dough.

[@ldnurse79]

Me too. I want to make sure the light has plenty of time to warm the oven.

[@miaceleste2809]

I hope you know that you’re one of the reasons flour runs out quickly in my house

[@BeatrizMcLean]

Same here 😂👏

[@zainabalsayegh7513]

Same lol

[@casarooo5704]

And eggs😂😂

[@Heledonia]

Mia Celeste I have the same problem in France and now it’s difficult to find flour at the supermarket...

[@andrewkhunou8465]

You can say that again 🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@jennahilton8259]

I only knew Hot Cross Buns as a song that you learn when first playing an instrument. I figured that they were real, but Ive never seen one until now.

[@aliya9656]

Same here, I have a little sister who watches those kinds of nursery rhymes but I've never seen one until now.

[@mollymcvaugh8018]

Same

[@tamarasworld22]

Me too

[@MiriamWalcott]

Wow! How old are you and where do you live? Hot cross buns are a traditional Easter treat. I love mine with cheese. I’ve yet to see any YT video that adds the ingredient that makes them “hot”, but I’m still searching.

[@jennahilton8259]

@@MiriamWalcott Early 20’s and I’m on the East Coast.

[@kimstar4532]

I don't bake. My oven doesn't even work. But watching your videos just lifts my mood and makes me feel everything is okay in the world for abit.. I love you

[@MonkeyBidness359]

I grew up stuffing myself with hot cross buns at Easter and mince pies at Christmas in the U.K. However, since moving to the States, I can find neither in the stores. I've learned to make mince pies and this will now be my go to recipe for hot cross buns! I imagine using a stand mixer would make a big difference so I'll be ordering one from Amazon and a scale to measure the dough for each bun would help them look more even once they bake. Finally, in the U.K. we cut them in half, toast them, and eat them with butter! Delicious!

[@monil4379]

Definitely anti raisins but I but the large bags of craisins for trail mix and they rarely make it in bc I eat them by the handful.

[@lauranglover521]

The Fresh Market and many bakeries will offer hot cross buns at Easter.

[@melissaadams4083]

I’m from uk living in the states and this is exactly why I’m learning to make them! They just don’t sell ‘em’ here

[@bibi34]

❤😂💕

[@fedupwelsh7211]

In the U.K. hot cross buns are sold for many weeks before Easter. When I was a child ( many many years ago) they were always baked with currants,( nasty dry little things in my opinion) so raisins, especially Californian Flame Raisins, are a huge improvement. Long live raisins.

[@sharonlomas3720]

The last few years in Australia it is the same, after New Year’s Day we start seeing Hot Cross Buns in the supermarket.

[@TinekeWilliams]

Same as in New Zealand, started about 6 years ago. Different flavours too with chocolate chip in, yum!

[@ljf1967]

I'd never seen them in person until I visited Australia..

[@Joannime]

Sultanas > raisins > currants lol

[@rubyring2461]

Raisins currants same thing aren't they

[@midlifemom5829]

U bring joy and a smile during these tough times! Thank you!

[@PreppyKitchen]

You are so welcome!

[@candleshoemanor]

Helpful tip: "What's that smell?" "A candle."

[@bbtorichan]

I'm in a chef and pastry chef school and your recipes and methods helped me so much when I didn't understand my teachers you explain the recipe so well 😁 thank you so much for what you do😊

[@BeatrizMcLean]

On these times of coronavirus you and your chanel are my peace of mind.❤🤗

[@sophieg8522]

The history behind hot cross buns is lovely - the cross representing the crucifixion. Next year I'll be sure to use THIS recipe!

[@sophieg8522]

@Karen Bailey the story is the religious story i mentioned above.

[@theaccidentalsenior]

I don’t have a proofing drawer, but what I have learned (living in a cool climate) is to put the dough in the oven and simply leave the oven light on. The light raises the temp and keeps oven a few degrees warmer.

[@donnaokoniewski3761]

I use the golden raisins. I think they have more flavor and are softer. This looks really yummy. Thank you so much for all you do. xo

[@BeatlesPlotagonShow]

Raisin: -falls out of dough while kneading- John: *it’s free real estate*

[@SuzetteG316]

A man after my own heart! I almost always soak raisins in rum before using them in recipes. :)

[@cbryce9243]

Everything is better with rum. Black Seal is soooo good!

[@SusanWaldner]

They are the best I have ever eaten. Thanks for the recipe.

[@corkscrewfork]

I was literally looking at this recipe on the blog last night 😂 yep, this is a sign I need to make these this week!

[@user-tj6cl5bu6v]

corkscrewfork just last night I was wondering if I should make these for the first time 😂 guess I found the perfect recipe to try out haha coincidence? I think not lmao

[@CarolJHayes]

OMG, it has been ages since I've heard anyone use the term "gussied up". I LOVE it.

[@falukidossani3758]

They look so tempting and delicious...so cute also...thanks to you John Sir for teaching us such delicious recipes...lots of love from Kenya Africa 🇰🇪

[@lynettepavelich7540]

Appreciate the more detailed instructions for making the rolls. Thx!

[@Passionforfoodrecipes]

I always figured John had nice buns! 😉

[@scarlett6015]

Oh my gosh.

[@annagiordano9219]

John I love you so much. I don’t care the recipe… it makes me so happy to watch you. I’ve pinned so many of your recipes. I’ve tried several… all came out great. But just watching you makes me have a better day. I wish I was your friend❤️

[@veronikapali7901]

The softest, tastiest hot cross buns I've ever made! The orange and the rum just make everything even better. When I first tasted the buns it was like biting into a cloud (I guess), they are just so amazing! :) Thank you for the wonderful recipe! :))

[@sheenadora8934]

we🎉😢😮😊❤

[@13soap13]

I prefer golden raisins when it comes to cooking. I don't know if they are still available, but I used to be able to get "baking raisins." They were wonderful. Plump and juicy, not at all chewy.

[@robertlaframboise5784]

Hot Cross Buns - in French they are called 'Pain du Carême' - (Bread of Lent) - I usually make them to eat on Good Friday because I fast and abstain from eating meals on that day!

[@SourGir1986]

Your enthusiasm in this video is infectious! 🖤

[@heatherwatson7692]

I made these yesterday and they were incredible! Your directions are so easy to follow and I love your tips that you share as you go along.

[@molchkrote3141]

I haven't smiled like this all day... Tank you John❤️ You always make my day

[@kirstenzimmermann]

You are one of the main reasons why I come on KZbin everyday! I love your videos!!!😄

[@angiemarie8486]

So glad I found you!! You have truly inspired me to bake more things and taught me so much! I thank you for that!! Your also the reason I say “wisk wisk wisk” during wisking 🤪

[@lynnwright9963]

My oh my how much patience and time go into making these up. Boy is it worth it!

[@gilliansullivan3337]

I have never had a hot cross bun until I made this recipe this morning. They were amazing. I recommend the rum and orange juice soaked raisins. Made them so plump and delicious. The buns are all gone now and I’m a bit sad but they were super easy to make. Thank you 🙏

[@shamaramaynard2897]

I rarely leave comments but I had to this time. I tried this recipe and the buns turned out to be quite delicious. I made a brown sugar glaze with vanilla essence and mixed essence to brush on at the end and it was delicious! Thank you John.

[@BM-gd6wn]

Made these today and they are delicious. Really glad that you show the ingredients in grams too because here in Germany we dont use cup measurements. Will definately try the cinammon buns on Sunday😃 thank you for these recipes👌

[@judyellen4412]

It was so funny hearing you sing that song because I sang it in school on stage with a chef hat on that my mom had made. I think I was in Grade 3. I do not know what the performance was for but I sing it every time I make my hot crossed buns. And I am 63 yrs old. Lol

[@kyleford2315]

I'm binge watching your videos with a constant smile on my face! You're so delightful!

[@cupcakedolphin]

It's not really the flavor of raisins that gets so much dislike, but the bloated texture of a cooked raisin. To make them palatable, cut the raisins in half before baking or snip them in half with cooking shears. Voila! No more bloated ticks in your baked goods.

[@juliebaker6969]

I've never been fond of raisins. Whenever I make a recipe that calls for them. I substitute dried tart cherries or cranberries instead.

[@ShintogaDeathAngel]

I do like raisins (my hate is dried mixed peel!) but dried tart cherries sound great to me!

[@miaschu8175]

Yes, that's one of the things I liked with this recipe, no candied peel. I would probably like a little lemon zest as well.

[@nataliablair9973]

"Otherwise just go buy it, hello." 😂

[@loisphillips9268]

Just made these today. Delicious! They brought back fond memories from my husband’s childhood. Thanks for sharing this with all of us. I was delighted to give my husband that happy moment.

[@scrumptious2614]

Your perky, cheerful and hint of awkwardness personality is so refreshing..not to forget ur delicious recipes..thank you👍

[@eduardoramirezjr4403]

Usually have go to shop in Brooklyn to buy them this time of the year. Now I can make them and avoid standing in line. Thank you.

[@zaynabkarima7000]

My favourite British reminder of my years in London, thank you for it so so hard to come by here in France

[@MrChefmiggy]

Day 325 haven't seen sunshine, my 10 month old has learned to hunt squirrels that try to come through our fireplace. As we celebrate our risen savior Jesus (breakout into praise dance and sprinkle some extra holy ghost) I've decided to make these for my family. I'm a chef and believe it or not I've never made nor have I tasted hot cross buns. They've turned out like fresh manna from heaven. I've received a slow clap and maybe a few tears. Also thanks to you sir, I can't get that little song out of my head.

[@confranfan]

Another thoroughly enjoyable, entertaining, educational and humor-filled video from my favorite baker on the tube! Amazing stuff done uniquely as only John can! Thank you John! Rick

[@daliaroude6478]

I made this and I’m only nine but I didn’t put any rum in it and it was was soooooo good thank you 😊

[@peterboullata]

Oh great. Now I have that song stuck in my head! I made these today (Good Friday 2020) and they are soooo goooood!

[@benedictaappau2639]

John you made my family very very happy with e buns recipe. It was just nice, supper soft n very delicious bread. How i wish i could send u pics of our. We substituted e sour cream with natural yogurt n it was heavens. God bless u soo much n remember u are one of our super uncle's. We love u uncle John

[@evermayflower1382]

This inspired me to try baking from scratch for the first time! Went and brought my first hand mixer and the ingredients. Excited to see how it turns out!

[@luismoni]

I love your shows, you are so entertaining and fun to watch. You are also such a messy baker and you don't worry about the mess, you are completely refreshing. Thank you for sharing all these delicious recipes.

[@enmn3l50n2]

Your recipe is perfect... I tried it today for Good Friday...

[@pamgronewoller3656]

Hello from Nebraska! I am definitely a raisin person.

[@CraftyLady22]

Traditionally we slice the buns horizontally, stick them in the toaster or oven, spread generous amounts of butter and devour them! Never ate one raw.

[@kathrynstansbury2349]

In the UK, after Christmas, Hot Cross Buns begin to fill the shelves in the supermarkets. Toasted with butter is the best way.

[@Robert-zx7hj]

when I was a child we had hot cross buns every Easter Sunday morning

[@katpeili7295]

11:05 "but I'm a little bit crazy" got me laughing my ass off 😂😂 same tho

[@intell7ful]

I grew up in Bermuda. Hot cross buns and fish cakes were a staple for good Friday and Easter. Bermudians make the best hot cross buns. Raisins no currants

[@virgorising7388]

Love raisins! Loved the little Sun-maid box. Your idea of "plumping" them is brilliant.

[@alexteo9754]

Hot cross bun is so good. He know how to do hot cross bun cool

[@MissheavyB]

I normally make my crosses with icing sugar after baking 🤤❤

[@qwertyqwert2772]

Oh my god they look incredible 😍😍😍 I love how you sang it to us ❤️ thank you 🥰

[@conormcardle3934]

You should make a cookbook. I would buy right away. Love your recipies👍

[@evelynpereira9425]

I tried this recipe today.... Turned out amazing

[@osasuyisonia5730]

I'm only 8 years old and I love your recipe! THANK YOU 🙏 ☺ 😊 😘 😋 💕!

[@meriemseverydayfood9912]

I love how you always bring something new and different to any classic! Thanks for your amazing recipes😍

[@marlenedesposito8319]

You are a real inspiration in the kitchen. Thank you.

[@mariakulasa3077]

I like how you execute your you tube instructions. ❤

[@packertai1]

They look beautiful! Every time I see them I think of Easter time, spring! I have never had them though, they look delish! 😊

[@minervaannmcgonagall]

I’m pro-raisin....as long as they’re not being cooked.... However, my dad’s stance is....”they took a perfectly good grape, and ruined it!l So when I try and make these, I’ll have to find a different fruit....maybe dried cherries....

[@azlibra7178]

Yum, dried cherries in them instead sounds SUPER yum!

[@lilliankimani3932]

Your hot cross buns look amazing I can almost smell then from my living room and I will definitely try the recipe (my 7yr old son can't wait). Thank you for the lesson and all the humor that comes with it. By far you are my best pastry chef vlogger. Keep up the good work and best wishes from Kenya🇰🇪 East Africa

[@Sandy-to1vg]

Love your easy to follow directions and thorough tips and helps. TY for your channel.

[@DCHL5260]

Makes me think of my grandma she always made them at this time of the year thanks for this video

[@beatrizsandoval4395]

I love raisins! I have never tried cross buns but I will be making them for sure tomorrow or Friday with my little boy.

[@delilahboa]

Hi John, I’ve literally just made your Hot Cross Buns, they look amazing! Smell incredible…..Can’t wait for them to cool a little so we can have a taste! ❤

[@deehermione943]

I love love love hot cross buns! I've had with currents, chopped dates and dried mixed dried fruit ( like the kind in fruit cake and black cake) and I've loved them all

[@jenphilps8430]

i just love the way he explained everything

[@galsknits]

I was anti-raisin until I discovered golden raisins! Total game changer! Try them 😉

[@statters]

Spring Time? Nope, Autumn :) They still taste good though.

[@hippeastrum]

Yes to raisins! Eat hot X buns cut in half, toasted, smothered in good butter.

[@johnbirch9020]

Let them cool! Split down the middle and toast like an english muffin. Lashings of butter and enjoy with a good cup of tea!

[@belinda58sews29]

Made these last week and they are AMAZING! Definitely worth the effort. I added some preserved citrus peel, and a mix of raisins, sultanas and cranberries. This recipe is fail proof. I can’t thank you enough for your recipes. Previously I would try other recipes put out there by various bloggers and youtubers and have had many many failures. It’s very disheartening. BUT! Every single one of YOUR recipes are resounding successes!

[@PreppyKitchen]

That is the nicest compliment, thanks so much!

[@ashes187]

Such a wonderful video to watch after waking up this morning! Yaaaay it's John on KZbin!

[@debbieclare4111]

Oh my word when ever I follow your recipes, the food comes out amazingly and tastes delicious thankyou so much 😋 😊

[@ralphh4131]

I'm making this for Easter. Gonna do a test batch tonight.

[@amanuensa]

My Welsh grandfather added icing sugar to the piped crosses. After finishing the first batch and before baking, he threw one up above the bakehouse oven. If it stuck there the business would be good for the next twelve months. There were dozens of buns stuck to the wall.

[@karenginther6110]

Theres nothing better at Easter than hot cross buns and paska. I'm going to miss that this year.

[@dawnc1419]

These are lovely toasted 😋

[@dawnc1419]

They're lovely toasted ❤

[@bradleyr34]

Raisins get a big thumbs up from me! I eat them out of the bag, on my oatmeal, celery with peanut butter and raisins (ants on a log). One of my favorite cold cereals is Raisin Bran!

[@Nat-ig7gp]

This is literally my favorite recipe hands down! I’ve made this at least five times the last few months and they end up being gone in a day!

[@safiaahmed3111]

Thank you very much for sharing this recipe and your precious time with us. Happy Easter in advance and keep smiling 😊

[@sherryhudson9075]

I always thought that hot cross buns were just scored to make the cross. Didn’t know

[@Jeffffrey0902]

Some bakeries here in Hong Kong do that.

[@joaniechristensen8376]

Because today is Good Friday, I made these. They are delicious! A excellent recipe. Thanks John and Happy Easter 🐣

[@sushilashukla1289]

1 a penny 2 a penny hot cross buns. If you have no daughters give them to your sons. Love it. Thank you take care lots of love from South Africa

[@talisahield6386]

Hehe it so funny how every time a raisin drops out he doesn’t put it back lol he’s like welp one less raisin to worry about 😂😂😂😂

[@edenrome2245]

His enthusiasm is fun to see

[@reneehaug1467]

Since you don’t like raisins have you ever tried a nice Italian candied orange peel? Mmmm soooo delicious! Can’t wait to make these. Thank you for your videos 💗

[@tessabell4208]

You didn't mention toasting them and slathering on butter - that's what makes a hot cross bun perfection! Thank you for this great video!

[@andreyasdus7629]

I want to try this recipe. Thank you for this video.

[@kaylalizotte232]

Those look amazing! I can't wait to try and make them. Love your KZbin channel John! ❤

[@PreppyKitchen]

Thanks so much!

[@kaylalizotte232]

No problem at all. You are such a joy to watch. I absolutely love how you leave your mistakes in the video, instead of editing them out. Also, how your a little bit messy at times. It makes the video so much more heart warming and real! Many blessings.