Hot Cross Carrot Bun
Transform your Easter table with these tender and delicious Hot Cross Carrot Buns, a delightful twist on the traditional favorite! Packed with grated carrots for a naturally sweet and moist texture, these spiced buns are infused with cinnamon and nutmeg, creating a cozy aroma that fills your kitchen as they bake to golden perfection. Optional raisins add bursts of fruity sweetness, while the soft, fluffy dough is crowned with a classic vanilla icing cross for that iconic finish. Easy to make with just 25 minutes of prep, these buns are perfect for brunch, teatime, or as a festive treat. Serve them warm with butter or enjoy as-is for a sweet and spiced bite that's guaranteed to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups All-purpose flour
- 0.25 cups Granulated sugar
- 2.25 teaspoons Instant yeast
- 2 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoons Salt
- 1.5 cups Carrots, finely grated
- 1 cups Warm milk (about 110°F/43°C)
- 0.25 cups Unsalted butter, melted
- 1 large Egg
- 0.5 cups Raisins (optional)
- 0.5 cups Powdered sugar
- 0.5 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 1 tablespoons Milk (for icing)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, yeast, cinnamon, nutmeg, and salt.
Stir in the grated carrots until evenly distributed throughout the dry ingredients.
In a separate bowl, combine the warm milk, melted butter, and egg. Beat until smooth.
Slowly pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients and mix until a sticky dough forms.
Knead the dough on a floured surface for 8-10 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic. Alternatively, use a stand mixer with a dough hook attachment on medium speed for 5-6 minutes.
If using raisins, knead them into the dough during the last minute of kneading.
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 to 1.5 hours, or until it has doubled in size.
Punch down the dough and divide it into 12 equal portions. Shape each portion into a smooth ball and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet, spacing them about 1 inch apart.
Cover the buns with a kitchen towel and let them rise again for 30-45 minutes until puffy.
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C).
Bake the buns for 18-20 minutes, or until golden brown on top.
While the buns are cooling, make the icing by whisking together powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and milk in a small bowl until smooth.
Once the buns have cooled completely, pipe a cross onto each bun using the icing. Serve and enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3275 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 67.5 g | 87% | |
| Saturated Fat | 36.9 g | 184% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 370 mg | 123% | |
| Sodium | 2858 mg | 124% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 599.8 g | 218% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 31.3 g | 112% | |
| Total Sugars | 190.6 g | ||
| Protein | 74.3 g | 149% | |
| Vitamin D | 4.6 mcg | 23% | |
| Calcium | 658 mg | 51% | |
| Iron | 26.9 mg | 149% | |
| Potassium | 2880 mg | 61% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
