Hot cross buns a simple & scrumptious Easter tradition

Step 1

Heat milk to lukewarm in a saucepan.

Step 2

Remove to a large bowl, stir in sugar and sprinkle over yeast. Let sit for 5 min.

Step 3

Stir in butter, egg and molasses.

Step 4

Add salt, spices and about 1 3/4 cups of the flour.Stir to combine.

Step 5

Scrape dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead in the remaining flour (no need to use it all).

Step 6

Place in a greased bowl, turn to coat, cover and let rise until double (1-1.5 hours).

Step 7

Punch down and let rest for 5 minutes.

Step 8

Knead in currants and raisins.

Step 9

Divide dough into 9 balls. Place about 2″ apart on parchment lined baking sheet.

Step 10

Cover and let rise until double (about 45 min.).

Step 11

Just before baking cut a cross in the top of each bun (optional).

Step 12

Bake at 375°F about 15 min. or until brown.

Step 13

When cooled, pipe  a cross on each bun with a basic white icing.