Chocolate Hot Cross Buns Recipe

Directions

In a bowl, combine milk and castor sugar. mix well.

now add active dry yeast and mix well. keep aside for 15-20 mins.

in a bowl combine refined flour, cinnamon powder, salt and mix well.

Now add yeast mixture along with melted butter and egg to the dry ingredients.

Make a smooth, soft dough.

Keep aside for 2 hours or until it doubles in size.

Knock back the dough.

Add cadbury choco chips dark and mix well.

Take a small portion and shape it into a ball.

Arrange them in a greased baking dish and keep aside for an hour.

Pipe melted cadbury dairy milk on top. 

Bake in a preheated oven at 180 degrees celcius for 20-25 minutes.

Add Orange or Lemon Zest

Citrus zest brightens the chocolate flavor and adds a fresh winter tone.

Mix Chopped Nuts Into the Dough

Walnuts or almonds add crunch and fit the season.

Brush the Buns With Melted Cadbury

This creates the finish of a Chocolate hot cross buns cadbury winter special.

Add a Pinch of Ginger or Clove

Warm spices blend naturally with chocolate and lift winter aromas.

Use Brown Sugar for Richness

Brown sugar brings a light caramel taste that suits chocolate well.

Soak Raisins or Cranberries Before Adding

They soften easily and blend better with winter buns.

Warm the Buns Slightly Before Serving

Warmth brings out the chocolate aroma and softens the texture.

• Cocoa dust
• Dark chocolate drizzle
• A thin caramel cross
• Toasted almond flakes
• Cinnamon sugar coating
• Cadbury glaze
• Cranberry topping
• Mini chocolate chips

These toppings match the look and taste of a chocolate hot cross buns festive winter drink pairing.

• Store in an airtight box to keep them soft for up to two days.
• Warm for a few seconds before serving to revive the texture.
• Keep the glaze separate if preparing ahead.
• Freeze unglazed buns for longer storage.
• Wrap individually to prevent drying.
• Avoid refrigerating, as it firms the dough quickly.

• Add chilli chocolate for adults who enjoy mild heat.
• Mix cinnamon–caramel filling for a richer centre.
• Add coffee powder for a mocha-style bun.
• Use dark chocolate chunks for a deeper flavor.
• Add dates or figs to build a natural winter sweetness.
• Add nutmeg and clove for a spiced festive version.