Chocolate Hot Cross Buns Recipe

Easy & delicious

Tasha's Artisan Foods

Chocolate hot cross buns are the ultimate, indulgent Easter breakfast idea. These little buns of heaven are a decadent twist on the traditional Easter bread recipe!

ingredients

– Yeast – Sugar – All-purpose flour – Cocoa powder – Granulated sugar – Cinnamon powder – Clove powder – Nutmeg powder – Coconut oil – Dark chocolate chips

step 1

Combine milk and yeast in a cup along with a pinch of sugar. Keep aside for 5-7 minutes till frothy.

step 2

In a bowl, mix the flour, cocoa powder, salt, sugar, cinnamon powder, nutmeg powder, and clove powder.

step 3

Add the yeast mixture and oil to the dry ingredients and mix. Knead well on a floured surface for 10-12 minutes.

step 4

Transfer the dough to a greased bowl, cover with cling wrap and let rise at room temperature for 1.5 hours.

step 5

Take the dough out on a floured surface, mix in the chocolate chips, Divide the dough into 8 pieces.

step 6

Cover with a damp tea towel and place in a warm place to let the double in size. Roll each piece into a ball and place on the tray.

step 7

Brush the balls with milk. Make a thick paste with flour and water. Transfer to a piping bag, and pipe a cross on each bun.

step 8

Bake for about 20 -22 minutes. Transfer them to a cooling rack and serve them warm. Enjoy!

serve & enjoy!

serve & enjoy!

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