That signature pristine white cross on each bun is crafted with a flour paste ... Traditionally, sticky and sweet hot cross buns are lovingly crafted from a mixture of dried fruits and currants, ...

and pipe a cross on each bun. Transfer the buns to the oven and bake for 8–12 minutes, or until pale golden brown. As soon as you remove the buns from the oven, brush them with the hot golden ...

Go crazy for chocolate Chocolate and hot cross buns are a winning combo, whether you add a tablespoon of cocoa to the dough or sprinkle in a few chocolate chips on top, and top with melted white ...