Hot Cross Buns
- 1hr 40mins
- Feeds 6 People
Enjoy soft, spiced, and naturally lower gluten and sugar Hot Cross Buns made with buckwheat flour! This easy recipe is perfect for a wholesome Easter treat.
These homemade Hot Cross Buns are a healthier take on the classic Easter treat! Made with a blend of buckwheat flour and organic plain flour, they’re lower in gluten while still soft and fluffy. Plus, with less sugar, they bring out the warm, spiced flavors without the overload of sweetness. Perfect for a wholesome family bake, these buns are a delicious way to celebrate Easter—without the crash!
If you’re looking for something to serve up for breakfast over Easter check out my gluten free bread, perfect with eggs to stop those sugar crashes!
Hot Cross Buns
Enjoy soft, spiced, and naturally lower in gluten and sugar Hot Cross Buns made with buckwheat flour! This easy Thermomix recipe is perfect for a wholesome Easter treat.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup warm water
- 3 tsp yeast
- 4 tbsp coconut sugar
- 1/2 cup buckwheat flour
- 1/2 cup organic plain flour
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 2 tsp coconut oil
- 1/3 cup currants
- 1/3 cup chocolate chips
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp ginger
Cross
- 3 tbsp plain flour
- 6 tbsp water
Glaze
- 2 tbsp coconut sugar
- 2 tbsp water
Instructions
- add the water and yeast together in a bowl and allow to activate for 5 mins
- add in the rest of the ingredients and mix until it comes together
- turn out the dough onto a floured board and knead for 5 mins
- place into a clean bowl and cover with a plate or cling wrap, place in a warm spot for 30 mins or until doubled in size
- knock down the dough and form into 6 balls
- place on a tray lined with baking paper or in a dish
- cover with a damp tea towel and allow to rise for another 30 mins or until doubled in size
- preheat the oven to 200C and make the cross mixture. Add the mixture to a piping bag or into a plastic bag with the corner snipped off
- Add the cross to the buns and place in the oven to cook for 15 mins
- Once out of the oven glaze immediately with a pastry brush
- Serve with butter
