Easter: Soft and Fluffy Hot Cross Buns (with Wheat Germ)

Mar 01, 2026March 1, 20260 68
in Bread & Rolls, Easter, Special Occasions

Prep Time

25 minutes plus approximately 1.5 to 2 hours rise time

Bake Time

18-22 minutes

Yield

12 buns

Rating

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Ingredients

3 1/2 cups Rogers Foods Unbleached Bread Flour
1/4 cup Rogers Foods Wheat Germ
1/3 cup sugar
2 1/4 tsp instant yeast (1 packet)
1 tsp salt
1 1/2 tsp cinnamon
1/4 tsp nutmeg
3/4 cup warm milk (not hot)
1/4 cup warm water
1 large egg
1/4 cup melted butter
3/4 cup raisins or currants (optional)
Zest of 1 orange (optional, but very Easter-y)
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Cross (simple paste)
1/2 cup Rogers Foods All Purpose Flour (or our No Additive or Organic Flour)
5–7 tbsp water (enough to pipe)
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Glaze
2 tbsp honey or apricot jam
1 tbsp hot water
A spring classic made even better with Rogers Wheat Germ for added flavour and nutritional value. These buns are tender, lightly spiced, and enriched with warm cinnamon notes and juicy raisins. Wheat germ adds a subtle nuttiness and wholesome boost, making this traditional favourite feel both comforting and nourishing.

Instructions

1.In a large bowl, mix bread flour, wheat germ, sugar, yeast, salt, and spices.
2.Add warm milk, warm water, egg, and melted butter. Mix until a shaggy dough forms, then knead for 8–10 minutes (by hand or in a mixer) until smooth and elastic.
3.Knead in raisins/currants and orange zest if using.
4.Cover and let rise in a warm spot until doubled, 60–90 minutes.
5.Divide into 12 equal pieces, shape into smooth buns, and place in a greased 9x13 pan. Cover and rise 30–45 minutes until puffy.
6.Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).
7.Mix the cross paste (flour and water) to a pipeable consistency. Pipe crosses over buns.
8.Bake 18–22 minutes until golden.
9.Mix the glaze and brush it on the hot buns for shine.

A spring classic made even better with Rogers Wheat Germ for added flavour and nutritional value. These buns are tender, lightly spiced, and enriched with warm cinnamon notes and juicy raisins. Wheat germ adds a subtle nuttiness and wholesome boost, making this traditional favourite feel both comforting and nourishing.

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