Traditional Easter Hot Cross Buns

[@guntherekaf7359]

Hi Mr. Paul, thank you for putting in the time. This channel has been a wonderful experience recreating some of the recipes i've come across during my years in the UK. Thanks again and god bless!

[@MrPaulsPantry]

You are very welcome and Thank you for watching and taking the time to comment, I do appreciate that. For more of my recipes go to my website at : mr-pauls-pantry.com/

[@GolDreadLocks]

Oohhhh, Mr. Paul, if you were in front of me right now, I would give you a HUGE hug! Hotcross buns are a weakness/favourite of mine! You made my day with this one! O O O...... (hug)- (hug)- (hug)! These look so much better than store bought! Excited to make these! Thank you so much!

[@MrPaulsPantry]

You're very welcome, take your time, don't rush them. Thank you for your kind words. I hope you and the family are keeping safe and well.

[@naminders1172]

Hi Mr. PAUL You are excellent teacher.

[@MrPaulsPantry]

Thank you! 😃 Thank you for watching and taking the time to comment, I do appreciate that. For more of my recipes go to my website at : mr-pauls-pantry.com/

[@eassjd]

I made a batch of these this afternoon. They are terrific, thank you so much Mr. Paul. I changed the recipe just slightly to accommodate a person in my household who has quite a severe allergy to orange. Instead of peel, I used 100 gm yellow sultanas,100 gm raisins, and 50 gm chopped dried apricots. The lemon zest you suggest is brilliant - it is okay for her and you are so correct, it adds a little brightness to the buns. Thanks again.

[@MrPaulsPantry]

Great job, thanks for your comments, these are always welcome as there will be many others with allergies. See more recipes on my website: www.mr-pauls-pantry.com

[@janelloyd4332]

Oh my goodness..I can almost smell them from here. I'm most definitely going to try making some for Easter..thank you so much for taking the time out to post this recipe..and have a Happy Easter Mr Paul

[@MrPaulsPantry]

You are so welcome! I would love to see a photo of the outcome, you can sent via an email or my Facebook page. Thanks

[@sheejdeep]

Hello Mr.Paul., I love all your videos..& love the way you explain.. So far I have tried Raspberry buns., Scottish shortbread., Cheese & onion pastry & bakewell slice.. & my kids loved each one of that..Raspberry buns are their favourite.. Your recipes are simple yet very tasty.. Just wanted to thank you for posting such yummy delicious foods & we want you to keep posting more dishes which I can try for my kids..

[@MrPaulsPantry]

Thank you and if possble do please let me have some photos of your results via my Facebook page. Good Luck

[@sheejdeep]

@@MrPaulsPantry sure 😊👍

[@siouxsie1954]

Mr. Paul, I learn something with every video. This is such a treat to learn your methods. Thank you for sharing! I made the bread and Madeira cake. Next up... hot cross buns. ☺

[@MrPaulsPantry]

Wonderful! I would very much appreciate a photo when you make them. You can post it in an email or via my Facebook page, Thanks

[@lw7240]

Hi Mr p, wow they look amazing I'll be having a go at those. They look delicious darling xx ❤️ 😘

[@MrPaulsPantry]

Don't forget, I always love to see a photo of your baking. You can send it via an email or my Facebook page. Thanks

[@robertclare77]

Fantastic, the boys in the bar will be thrilled when I roll these out. Thanks again for sharing. ❤️

[@MrPaulsPantry]

My pleasure Robert. Where abouts is your bar?!

[@robertclare77]

@@MrPaulsPantry Isaan Mr Paul, rural Thailand.

[@WanderFeetChronicles]

On trend for Easter Mr Paul, will definitely try these homemade! Much better than shop bought I’m sure. Have a good one mate. Hope you and the dogs are doing great.

[@MrPaulsPantry]

Thanks, this is my first video with the new camera, hope it's OK. Yes, we're all OK but still waiting for the jab and still in lockdown.

[@WanderFeetChronicles]

@@MrPaulsPantry It does look much better. Deals well with the inside of your ‘cooking area’ and the yellow colour cast from your lights has gone. So yeah win win! Glad you’re okay, Spain does seem to be a bit slow on the vaccine, hopefully you’ll get sorted soon enough - my in laws are in the same position as you over there. Curfew. No vaccine. Least they have some normality for a few hours a day.

[@MrPaulsPantry]

@@WanderFeetChronicles .

[@MrPaulsPantry]

@@WanderFeetChronicles Hi, I did reply but it seems to have vanished. Thanks for the feedback on the video, very helpful.

[@WanderFeetChronicles]

@@MrPaulsPantry Ha! No worries. Technology does that to us sometimes!

[@phyllisholmes2120]

Thanks for this video, Mr. Paul! I always thought this recipe was hard and complicated. Now thanks to you, I see this isn't as difficult as I had thought. I will try it after all. I'm a new subscriber & enjoy watching all your recipes. You have the great personality for being a chef , & and entertainer of sorts! From the USA!

[@MrPaulsPantry]

Greeting from Spain. Thanks for subscribing Phyllis and Thanks watching and taking the time to comment, I do appreciate that. For more of my recipes go to my website at : mr-pauls-pantry.com/

[@heatherlinton5057]

Hello again, always a favourite in our household to be watching thank you for sharing your time and recipes 👋🇿🇦

[@MrPaulsPantry]

My pleasure 😊 Thanks for watching.

[@bennthomas974]

Love your videos, thanks for the recipe, ill definitely make them tomorrow 😂

[@MrPaulsPantry]

You're most welcome Benn, Thank you for watching and taking the time to comment, I do appreciate that. For more of my recipes go to my website at : mr-pauls-pantry.com/

[@marktoldgardengnome4110]

Yes please, still warm with a little butter. Perfect! TYFS Mr Paul, Mark and Rosa

[@MrPaulsPantry]

NO Mark, a LOT of Butter please

[@marktoldgardengnome4110]

@@MrPaulsPantry LOL.... Now you're talking!!!

[@davidmcclew8740]

Hello Paul. made these last night Saturday 8th. Turned out perfect as per your recipe. Delicious!!!

[@MrPaulsPantry]

Glad you like them David, thanks for the feedback it's always good to hear.

[@LyndseyMacPherson]

I may not be inclined to have chocolate or painted eggs, but I will not miss making these buns this Easter weekend! Thank you for this easy recipe!

[@gerryxanthopoulou1279]

Will definately be making these,I have not had any since leaving England over 40 years ago!it's about time I treated my self to some I think!😁😁

[@MrPaulsPantry]

I think it is Gerry, hope they live up to your expectations.

[@MaZEEZaM]

Thank you for this recipe, I love a good hot cross bun. Our local shop even offers ones that have apple in them, which I love.

[@MrPaulsPantry]

They sound delicious

[@Pembroke.]

Thank you, I will my friend take care

[@MrPaulsPantry]

Best of luck!

[@annwhitehouse6223]

Another successful bake 👍

[@MrPaulsPantry]

Thank you Ann😋 I hope they taste good.

[@eurekalass]

They look absolutely wonderful, Mr Paul, so soft and so easy! I’ll let you know how mine turn out. Thank you. Maureen

[@MrPaulsPantry]

Hi Maureen, do please send a photo via an email or my Facebook page, I would love to see how they turn out. Good Luck x

[@wendyfloyd6981]

Thanks, that looks easy, but you make everything look easy. My next bake will be these.

[@MrPaulsPantry]

You can do it Wendy, just take your time. Do let me know how they go and if possible send me a photo via my Facebook page

[@wendyfloyd6981]

@@MrPaulsPantry I will post photos when I make these for easter, can I make another request for custard slices a family favourite please.

[@MrPaulsPantry]

@@wendyfloyd6981 Hi Wendy, I don't have a viseo for the custard slice but you can find my recipe on my website at this link: mr-pauls-pantry.com/vanilla-custard-slice/

[@clairesadowniczak3788]

In America for 2 t mixed spices I substitute: 1/4 t coriander + 1/4 t caraway + 1/4 t nutmeg + 1/4 t ginger + 1/4 t cloves + 1/4 t mace + 1/2 t allspice... then grind them together. I cannot wait to try these!

[@MrPaulsPantry]

My recipe for the mixed spice is under the video with the ingredient list.

[@saiidahsapari3938]

👍👍👍👍.Thank you for sharing

[@MrPaulsPantry]

You're very welcome and thanks for visiting.

[@redfog42]

You make that look like even I could make those! I'll let you know...

[@MrPaulsPantry]

I look forward to hearing from you and if possible a photo via email or my Facebook page. Thanks

[@jackiegrant410]

They look fantastic. ❤️

[@MrPaulsPantry]

Thank you

[@christhompson4270]

Looks yummy, have a happy and safe Easter 🥰🥰🥰🌼🌼🌼

[@MrPaulsPantry]

Thanks Chris, and the same to you, thanks for watching.

[@juliechristophe9847]

Thank you so much for this I'll make them this afternoon 😊

[@MrPaulsPantry]

Thanks for watching and taking the time to comment Julie.

[@mrstukutela5126]

Super recipe, Mr Paul! Now I will make my own. Thank you!

[@kelvinkersey5058]

yum will try these

[@MrPaulsPantry]

Please do, I hope you enjoy them Kelvin. Stay safe

[@financedbyme.5913]

Ooooh my favourite I’m going to give this a go. Thank you!

[@amazinggrace2117]

Thanks Paul

[@MrPaulsPantry]

You're welcome Lillian, Thank you for watching and taking the time to comment, I do appreciate that. For more of my recipes go to my website at : mr-pauls-pantry.com/

[@mollyjanamutu6410]

I tried the English shortbread. It was really nice n am back for more

[@MrPaulsPantry]

Great to hear Molly, but don't eat too much, I'm not paying for new dresses when they don't fit. lol Thanks for watching and for your comment. x

[@peterhayman2266]

Chris has requested me to make her some buns using your recipe which is the same one i used in the Dorchester hotel, as you said we used bun essence which we made ourselves. Each commie had their own recipe for it.

[@MrPaulsPantry]

Fantastic, hope Chris. enjoys them Peter- Thanks for commenting

[@MaZEEZaM]

I always assumed the crosses were icing, obviously not.

[@haledmondson2756]

What is your mixed spice? I can't find it here in Canada, or is it something you have mixed up yourself?....Hal

[@MrPaulsPantry]

Hello Ha, It's available in most supermarkets here in Europe, however if you look at the recipe under the video or on my website I have given the recipe to mix your own.

[@lostinbeauty7129]

Thank you so much for this. I've always wondered how these were made. I always thought the crosses were made of icing, and I'm wondering it would do any harm to add some icing sugar to the flour and water mixture, or would it burn in the oven? Either way, I shall make these this weekend for sure! Thanks from Canada.

[@MrPaulsPantry]

Yes you can add a little icing sugar to the flour and water mix.

[@Canalcoholic]

Well I never imagined these would be so ridiculously simple, and I can turn down the cinnamon and candied peel to my wife’s taste, or substitute chopped glacé cherries.

[@MrPaulsPantry]

Thank you for yoiur comment and also for subscribing too

[@MikeJones-zt3kb]

Hi Mr. PAUL, made these last weekend to quote your own words" aboulutey delightful "😊, so pleased how they turned out, Mr. PAUL, wondering if you could help as a lad our local High Street bakery made only at Easter season a hot cross loaf about the size of a small tin loaf, only ever seen it all those years ago and wondering if you'd ever came across them in your professional experience and if it straightforward to make at home. Hope you're still recovering well. Take great care Mike

[@MrPaulsPantry]

Hello Mike, as a matter of fact we made them all year round (without the cross of course) We just called them Spiced Fruit Loves. they had a glazed top similar to our Sticky Buns and were delicious sliced and toasted slathered in butter. Just use the same recipe, shape and place in a pound loaf tin allow to rise to just slightly above the rim, then bake at 170ºC for around 35 minutes.. Glaze as soon as they come out of the oven. I'm improving slowly, appointment with the clinic tomorrow (Thursday) and another at the hospital on the 20th, hoping to get out of this collar by the end of the month. Thanks for asking.

[@MikeJones-zt3kb]

@@MrPaulsPantry thanks Mr. PAUL, will give it a go this weekend and hopefully email the results, just want to make a special childhood memories Easter, do I give the same rest times as the hot cross recipe, hope your clinic visit goes well for you, living in the UK wasn't sure how the Spanish medical side works, seems very similar to ours visied and enjoyed Spain many times thankfully never needed any medical help, you take great care. Mike 👍

[@MrPaulsPantry]

Yes just like the buns. My late Wife Pamela had 13 years of excellent Cancer treatment, I can go to my GP in the village 5 days a week without an appointment, it just seems like I slipped through the net somehow.

[@stephaniepauline7217]

Thanks for the recipe 👍🙏

[@MrPaulsPantry]

My pleasure Stephanie , Thanks for watching. I hope you're managing to stay safe and well. x

[@colonelkenson8619]

Mixed spice is available on Amazon if anyone needs it.

[@MrPaulsPantry]

The recipe is under the video

[@Wishpicker]

Hi Mr Paul, you say in the video that you cook these hot cross buns in an oven set to 190 degrees C, but is that in a standard oven or a fan oven please? And if it’s in a standard oven, what should I set the oven temperature to in my fan oven please? Thank you 🥀

[@MrPaulsPantry]

All my oven temperatures are now for a NON Fan setting, I don't use the fan on my oven for anything. I stopped giving Fan Temperatures a long time ago as all ovens are different and it caused much confusion. A Fan oven usually runs about 20ºc high than that shown on the dial, but you really should check with your oven manufacturer.

[@christianedoeur9394]

Hi Mr Paul - You are a fantastic teacher and very clear - and yet - my hot cross buns did not come out as I had hoped. We had our son for Easter Sunday afternoon tea and I had hoped to give him a surprise with the hot cross buns that we appreciated in Australia every year - now we have been living in a Germany since 2015; no hot cross buns here for sale- Anyway my dough came out far too wet to form buns even though I had added extra flour in my desperation - I followed your recipe religiously; I can only assume it was so because I had soaked the raisins (as it is normally recommended in other recipes) but did not reduce the milk liquid you mention in your ingredients - Could this have been it??? In the end I decided to shape the dough into a loaf and baked it for about 40 minutes - it was absolutely delicious, absolutely a hit but my son and husband who knew the hot cross buns from Australia said whilst it was very delicious it did not have much resemblance in consistency/texture with the hot cross bun, was more like a moist, delicious cake. Mr Paul, where did I go wrong? If you don’t mind me asking you....... kind regards, Christiane

[@MrPaulsPantry]

Hello Christine, firstly, baking is a science unlike cooking which is an art. Science always requires a formula (the recipe) Your first mistake was using information from two different recipes (soaking the fruit) the second mistake was adding more flour, this upsets the formula (ingredient balance). So you did not follow my recipe religiously did you? My recipe has been used in my bakeries for the past 60 years and as al my recipes was originally designed so anyone in the bakery could use it successfully. I'm sorry you didn't have a good experience.

[@christianedoeur9394]

@@MrPaulsPantry - many, many thanks, Mr Paul, for responding so quickly. Yes, you are right!!! will not give up and try again soon exactly according to your instructions - we have a saying in Germany : too many cooks spoil the broth, or : there can only be one captain on the ship 😊😊 you are the cook and the captain - thanks again, I will be fine next time, I am sure.... in the meantime I will be following you with your other recipes. Have a Happy Easter Monday, Kind regards, C.

[@chefjamesskitchen7928]

Hi chef, I have subscribed to your channel, looking forward to your help. Thank you very much!

[@MrPaulsPantry]

Hi there, Thanks for subscribing. I look forward to chatting with in the future. Thank you for watching and taking the time to comment, I do appreciate that. For more of my recipes go to my website at : mr-pauls-pantry.com/

[@bettyvorley1130]

I will have to make my own mixed spice blend as it is not available here. What spices and how much of each one would work?

[@colonelkenson8619]

Available on Amazon, but costly to what it cost in the UK. There are a lot of spices needed to make it but if you order a jar it then tells you what and how much should you still want to mix your own. I am British and use it a lot and it is a shame you can’t buy it here off the shelf. Hope this helps.

[@MrPaulsPantry]

The recipe is under the video

[@MrPaulsPantry]

The recipe is under the video

[@chrissierichards6802]

Ive made some but crosses are a bit hit and miss lol

[@andrewheyes5317]

Mr Paul im desperate to mate a fantastic wimbebrry pie better than my mother's can you help x

[@MrPaulsPantry]

Hi Andrew, we made many Bilberry pies in my bakery in Yorkshire, but they have such a short season and only grow wild on the moors, they have to be hand picked and have never been successfully grown commercially. I'll take a look through some of my old recipes when I get time. From what I remember the filling was traditionally just the fruit and sugar but the pastry went soggy in a matter of a few hours, soI think we thickened the filling to give them a little longer life in the shop.

[@andrewheyes5317]

@@MrPaulsPantry i think your an amazing Baker and looking forward to doing one of you specialities the Pork pie. The Raspberry buns and Scones omg are absolutely bang on thank you sooooo much

[@MrPaulsPantry]

@@andrewheyes5317 When you do make the pork pies I would appreciate a photo via my Facebook page, Thanks.

[@marinellaspano8826]

We don't have mixer spices in italy what can i use?

[@MrPaulsPantry]

The recipe to make them is under the video

[@lk6789]

Hi, What is the best substitute for the Mace or is there a different name for it. Just heard you are in Spain, is there a Spanish name for the Mace?, unfortunately there are no British shops where I live.

[@lulu25722]

Unfortunately Mr.paul is not here with us anymore 😢

[@lk6789]

@@lulu25722 so sorry to hear that sad news, he will be missed. Take care

[@bellgreytv]

Very sad news to hear. Condolences to the family.@@lk6789

[@jamesgodinho6160]

What mix spices you use sir

[@MrPaulsPantry]

The recipe is under the video

[@jamesgodinho6160]

For Hot cross burns what is mix spices sir

[@jamesgodinho6160]

Sorry I got it sir it was in your recipe

[@jamesgodinho6160]

Sir if I use mix spices I can’t skip cinnamon powder it is there in mix spices

[@chrissierichards6802]

I know where i went wrong. 50gms flour and 4 water xx

[@Canalcoholic]

If we were to substitute, say, one quarter wholemeal bread flour, should we increase the yeast, or the proving time, or both?

[@MrPaulsPantry]

Sorry, but this is the recipe I used in my bakery both in the UK and here in Spain and I've never tried adding Wholemeal flour.

[@Canalcoholic]

@@MrPaulsPantry Fair comment, thank you.

[@davepegington9066]

Hello What does mixed peel consist of ? How can I make my own? I have a dehydrator if necessary.

[@MrPaulsPantry]

Mixed peel in the candies rind of oranges and lemons. It's a long process of boiling in a sugar syrup then drying them out. Your dehydrator will not work for this. This video may help you: kzbin.info/www/bejne/foDZk4iHZZpnocU

[@Mychannel-po4jy]

We call it a little bit of butter but actually it is a large quantity of fat

[@MrPaulsPantry]

Yes, very nice fat too.

[@stephentroy6341]

Hello Mr Paul , i liked your hot cross bun vidoe tips, i.followed your intructions for hot cross buns every thing came out as you said, how ever i put the bund 8in my oven 190c and they took long tome to brown and the dough was not cooked ,so i left for a further 15 mins , i use a oven thermeter , can you help why did mot cook in 15 mins pkease. thanks stephen

[@MrPaulsPantry]

The only reason for that is the oven was not hot enough because it's the sugar in the dough that browns and at 190ºC they should brown very well.

[@stephentroy6341]

@@MrPaulsPantry Thanks mr Paul i make my oven hotter