Tastes and looks just like the classic version (see above), except they rise marginally less (you can only tell if you have both side by side), and the dough takes longer to rise. They join Simnel Cake, the light fruit cake topped with marzipan and twelve marzipan balls which represent Christ and his disciples minus Judas, as a traditional baked treat of the Easter season. The easiest method of all, this will make buns that are ever so slightly less fluffy and do not keep quite as well.

I made these today, used 500g flour and had soaked the fruit overnight in cold tea and Cointreau, one and half 5ml teaspoon. When ready, an adult should carefully remove your Dutch Oven from the heat, remembering to wear the heatproof gloves. Again, cover the tin and leave in a toasty place until your buns have doubled in size: 30, 40, 50 minutes. Knead the bowl either by hand or with a machine with a dough hook; if it is too dry add a little more warm milk or water. Super-soft and squidgy eaten straight out of the pack, but even more decadent toasted and smothered with melting butter, these Good Housekeeping Institute taste-approved treats are a must-try this year.Tip – if you have the time (and you remember) soak the fruit, spice, zest and orange juice in a small bowl then cover and leave overnight in a warm place.

Divide the dough into 12 equal pieces and roll each into a ball, evenly spacing them out on the tray as you go.

Fill the bun with sliced avocado, griddled halloumi, an oozy fried egg, coriander leaves and a little sriracha for a spicy kick. Whichever theory you wish to attach to your Hot Cross Buns, we can all agree these are the seasonal treat of the holidays. Add the milk and 50ml water to a small pan and place over a low heat for a few minutes, or until slightly warm – you should be able to dip your finger in without scalding it. Using a teaspoon, dribble two lines over the buns in the indent of the cross, and then bake in the oven for 15-20 minutes. Wet towel gets cold which can compromise the dough rising, a plate or pot lid doesn’t seal enough to trap warmth and humidity.

only thing is they actually took nearly 40mins to cook not the 22mins and next time I’ll add extra spice….Serving suggestions: Eat while still warm from the oven, smothered in butter and, if you please, jam. After having made another recipe for hot cross buns (which was not very successful) decided not to be deterred and gave this one a go.

In 2000 he became Tibor Horváth, how is his civil name, the first Hungarian performer on the world famous Love Parade and currently ranks among the leading Hungarian techno artist. If you need a sheltered cooking area, consider an open sided gazebo, dining shelter or a marquee that has sufficient air circulation and ventilation.I learned this rather lovely term from Clive, who has since retired from the Mill, and his recipe is still going strong!