{"id":28577,"date":"2023-03-15T14:03:01","date_gmt":"2023-03-15T08:33:01","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/?p=28577"},"modified":"2024-08-30T17:51:48","modified_gmt":"2024-08-30T12:21:48","slug":"simple-chocolate-hot-cross-buns","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tashasartisanfoods.com\/blog\/simple-chocolate-hot-cross-buns\/","title":{"rendered":"Simple Chocolate Hot Cross Buns"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Chocolate hot cross buns<\/strong> are the ultimate indulgent Easter breakfast idea. These little buns of heaven are a decadent twist on the traditional Easter bread recipe. The gorgeous crust gives way to a tender, pillowy interior filled with rich chocolate chips, begging to be devoured.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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The aroma of any <\/em>baking bread makes all manners of problems vaporize. A whiff of these freshly baked hot cross buns? It\u2019s intoxicating.<\/strong> The sweet scent of chocolate chips spiced with cinnamon and nutmeg will leave you drooling<\/strong> in anticipation.<\/p>\n\n\n[feast_advanced_jump_to]\n\n\n

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What Is a Hot Cross Bun?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Hot cross buns are a staple at Easter breakfast<\/a> or Easter brunch. These slightly sweet buns, typically eaten during Lent and on Good Friday, are made with rich yeasty dough stuffed with raisins or currants. They are spiced (signifying the embalming of Christ) and have a cross on them (representing Christ\u2019s crucifixion).<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This time around, I wanted to add icing to the cake (or the bun, in this case), so I sneaked in cocoa in the dough. For an extra layer of richness and depth, I folded in chocolate chips. Bursting with gooey goodness, they perfectly complement the warm spices that dance on your tongue.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Why You'll Love This Recipe<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Mouth-watering, soft, and fluffy <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Delicious with butter slathered on top<\/p>\n\n\n\n

These will satisfy all your chocolate cravings!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Perfect for Sunday Easter breakfast, brunch, or anytime you're craving a sweet, satisfying snack<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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How To Make Chocolate Hot Cross Buns<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Step 1:<\/strong> Combine lukewarm milk with a pinch of sugar and 2 spoons of yeast and set it in a draft-free corner of your kitchen till it's frothy and bubbly.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 2<\/strong>: Meanwhile, prepare the dough by whisking together all-purpose flour, salt, sugar, clove powder, cinnamon powder, nutmeg powder, and cocoa powder in a large bowl.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Step 3:<\/strong> Stir the yeast mixture into the dry ingredients along with the coconut oil. Use the back of a wooden spoon or fork to form a shaggy, rough mass.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 4<\/strong>: If you\u2019re kneading by hand<\/strong>, transfer the scraggy dough to a lightly floured work surface. Knead for a good 10 to 12 minutes until you have smooth, elastic Easter hot cross bun dough.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Alternative<\/strong> step: If you're using a stand mixer,<\/strong> begin at low speed. After a couple of minutes, increase the speed and knead till you have a soft dough that starts to leave the sides. About 8 to 10 minutes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Step 5:<\/strong> First proof <\/strong>the dough by transferring it to a greased bowl. Cover with a kitchen towel or cling wrap and let it rest in a corner until it doubles in size.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Step 6:<\/strong> Take out the risen dough on a lightly floured surface and gently<\/em> mix in the chocolate chips by hand.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 7:<\/strong> After the chocolate chips are distributed evenly, divide<\/strong> the dough into equal pieces.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Step 8<\/strong>: Shape<\/strong> the hot cross buns by rolling each piece into a ball and then place (just about touching each other) on your prepped baking tray.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Step 9:<\/strong> Cover again to second-proof<\/strong> the chocolate buns. This one will take about 45 to 50 minutes, or till double in size.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Step 10:<\/strong> Brush with milk and then pipe the cross by combining 2 tablespoons of water with 2 tablespoons of flour. You'll have a thick smooth mixture, put it in a piping bag, and then form the cross on each risen bun.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Step 11:<\/strong> Bake for 20 minutes, and the little beauties are ready to eat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Final step:<\/strong> Cool a bit and dig in!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Pro Tips<\/h2>\n\n\n\n