Hot Cross Buns
Source of Recipe
RRT
List of Ingredients
3/4 cup milk
1 egg
1/4 cup margarine or butter
3 cups bread flour
3 tablespoons sugar
3/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon active dry yeast or bread machine yeast
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1/2 teaspoon finely shredded lemon peel
1/2 cup dark raisins
1/3 cup diced candied citron or orange peel
1 beaten egg
1 tablespoon water
1/2 cup sifted powdered sugar
1 teaspoon lemon juice
1/2 to 1 teaspoon water
Recipe
. Add first 9 ingredients to a 1-1/2- or 2-pound bread machine according to manufacturer's directions. Select dough cycle. When cycle is complete, remove dough from machine.
2. Cut dough into 18 portions. Shape into smooth balls. Place on a greased baking sheet. Cover and let rise about 45 minutes or until nearly double.
3. If desired, use a sharp knife to score tops of rolls to make a cross. Combine egg and water; brush onto rolls. Bake in a 375 degree F oven for 12 to 15 minutes or until golden brown. Cool slightly on a wire rack.
4. For icing, stir together powdered sugar, lemon juice, and enough water to make a thick, creamy icing. Make a cross on each bun with the icing. Serve warm or cool. Makes 18 buns.
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