Gluten Free Hot Cross Buns
Nothing says Easter more than a taste of a good old Hot Cross Bun! Particularly this recipe that is Gluten Free so can be enjoyed by those who aren't able to eat gluten.
Ingredients:
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2 heaped tsp instant active yeast
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3 1/4 C gluten free bread mix
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2 Tbsp butter
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1 3/4 C tepid water
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1/4 C sugar
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2 tsp cinnamon
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2 eggs
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pinch salt
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2 tsp mixed spice
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1/2 tsp nutmeg
Glaze:
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1/2 C warm water
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2 Tbsp sugar
Cross Mix:
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1 C Gluten Free icing sugar
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1 tsp water
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2 tsp lemon juice
Method:
1. Dissolve yeast in the tepid water.
2. Sift the gluten free bread mix and spices together and place in a large mixing bowl.
3. Cut in butter until a fine crumb forms.
4. Add salt, sugar, eggs, sultanas and yeast mixture. Using an electric beater fitted with dough hooks, mix on a medium speed for 5 minutes.
5. Using a tablespoon, place generous round mounds on a greased baking tray. Let ithem stand in a warm moist place for 45-50 minutes.
6. Bake at 200 degrees celcius for approximately 10-12 minutes or until done.
7. Brush with the glaze mix while still warm.
8. Allow to cool then mix the cross mix ingredients together and pipe over each bun.
