Dairy-Free Hot Cross Buns

These soft and spiced Dairy-Free Hot Cross Buns are the perfect treat for Easter or any cozy brunch gathering. Made without butter or milk, this recipe uses warm water and vegetable oil to create an irresistibly fluffy dough, while the combination of ground cinnamon, nutmeg, and allspice provides a fragrant, comforting flavor. Plump raisins and zesty orange peel are kneaded into the dough for bursts of natural sweetness, and a luscious orange glaze drizzled on top adds a bright citrusy finish. With a prep time of just 30 minutes and a bake time of 20 minutes, these buns are as easy as they are delightful. Whether you’re accommodating a dairy-free diet or just looking for a lighter twist on the traditional hot cross bun, this recipe guarantees soft, flavorful buns that everyone will adore.

Nutriscore Rating: 63/100

Prep Time:30 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 500 grams All-purpose flour
• 7 grams Instant dry yeast
• 75 grams Granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon Ground cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon Ground nutmeg
• 0.5 teaspoon Ground allspice
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 60 milliliters Vegetable oil
• 250 milliliters Warm water
• 2 large Eggs
• 150 grams Raisins
• 1 tablespoon Orange zest
• 100 grams Powdered sugar
• 2 tablespoons Freshly squeezed orange juice

Directions

Step 1

In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, instant dry yeast, granulated sugar, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, ground allspice, and salt.

Step 2

In a separate bowl, whisk together the vegetable oil, warm water, and eggs until well blended.

Step 3

Gradually add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients, mixing with a wooden spoon until a dough forms.

Step 4

Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes until the dough is smooth and elastic.

Step 5

Flatten the dough slightly with your hands, and sprinkle the raisins and orange zest evenly over it. Knead the dough gently to incorporate the raisins and zest throughout.

Step 6

Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1.5 hours or until it has doubled in size.

Step 7

Punch down the dough to release the air and divide it into 12 equal-sized pieces. Shape each piece into a ball and arrange them spaced evenly apart on a parchment-lined baking tray.

Step 8

Cover the tray with a kitchen towel and let the buns rise again for about 30-40 minutes, or until they have doubled in size.

Step 9

Preheat the oven to 200°C (390°F).

Step 10

Bake the buns in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes or until golden brown and firm to the touch.

Step 11

While the buns are baking, prepare the glaze by mixing the powdered sugar with the freshly squeezed orange juice until smooth.

Step 12

Once the buns are ready, remove them from the oven and transfer them to a wire rack. Using a piping bag or zip lock bag with the corner snipped off, drizzle the orange glaze cross over each bun.

Step 13

Allow the glaze to set before serving. Enjoy your delicious dairy-free hot cross buns!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1299.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3610.3

Total Fat 69.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 11.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 34.2g
Cholesterol 372mg	0%
Sodium 2556.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 688.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 25.7g	0%
Total Sugars 275.3g
Protein 72.2g	0%

Vitamin D 82IU	0%
Calcium 268.0mg	0%
Iron 28.7mg	0%
Potassium 1990.9mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 17.0%

Protein: 7.9%

Carbs: 75.1%