Bringing a dreamy twist to hot cross buns, this recipe introduces a chocolatey twist to make the buns even more irresistible. Here are a few tips to make pillowy soft, sweet, and spiced buns at home effortlessly.
Instead of using all-purpose flour, use bread flour, which makes it easier for the bread to rise.
Instead of just adding cinnamon powder, add spices like clove powder, nutmeg, and cardamom.
Do not add chocolate chips too early as they can melt and ruin the texture of hot cross bread.
Enrich the dough with milk and butter for tenderness and moisture.
After making the dough, let it rise for a few hours before baking.
Glaze the hot cross buns while they're still hot for a glossy finish.