Chocolate eggs probably come to mind first when you think of easter treats, but hot cross buns are surely a close second. The occasion wouldn’t be the same without these family favourites and there’s now all kinds of different variations you can try to suit your diet. So, get your mixing bowl out, apron on and give these Easter hot cross bun recipes a go:

Chocolate hot cross buns
If you want to try and mix up the ingredients or want to appeal to those with a sweet tooth, give Jamie Oliver’s recipe a try. They’re made with a chocolate dough and even have a secret melting middle which will give your guests a pleasant surprise. Make sure you serve them straight from the oven when they’re nice and warm if you want to get the very best out of them.

See the recipe here.

Apple and cinnamon hot cross buns
If you’re baking for a big group of people, another flavour of hot cross bun you could add to your spread is apple and cinnamon. This recipe uses finely sliced apple to give the buns a fresh, fruity kick along with raisins and the sweet taste of cinnamon for a delicious combination that will impress your guests.

See the recipe here.

Mary Berry hot cross buns
If it’s recommended by Mary Berry then you know it’s going to be amazing whatever the recipe, and her hot cross buns are no exception. They’re not only tasty but also completely foolproof for beginners, making them perfect if you want to get the kids involved in the baking – just leave the hot stuff to the adults!

See the recipe here.

Vegan hot cross buns
Vegans can now enjoy hot cross buns just as much as everyone else does. This particular recipe utilises almond milk and dairy-free spread to brilliantly replicate the original. The addition of cinnamon, mixed spice, sultanas, and citrus maintain all the traditional flavours that so many of us know and love.

See the recipe here.

Gluten-free hot cross buns
Just like Vegans, people who can’t eat gluten don’t have to miss out on these delicious Easter treats either. This recipe is incredibly easy to follow, producing wonderfully soft, rich and flavourful buns. With some gluten-free products you can taste the difference from the first mouthful, but these truly are the real deal!

See the recipe here.

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