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Hot Cross Buns Recipe

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Ingredients

Directions

Step #1 Combine yeast & 1/2 c warm water In a large-ish mixing bowl; let this stand 5 mins.
Step #2 Add warm milk & next 5 ingredients.
Step #3 Beat at medium speed with an electric mixer until mixed.
Step #4 Combine flour & cinnamon, & slowly add to yeast mixture, beating at medium speed for 2 mins.
Step #5 Stir in raisins.
Step #6 Place dough in a well-greased bowl, turning to grease top.
Step #7 Cover up & let rise in a warm place (85°), free from drafts, 2 hrs or until doubled in bulk.
Step #8 Punch dough down; cover & let rise in a warm place (85°), free from drafts, 30 mins.
Step #9 Turn dough out onto a well-floured surface, & roll to 1/2-inch thickness.
Step #10 Cut with a 2-inch round cutter.
Step #11 Place on a lightly greased 15- x 10-inch jellyroll pan.
Step #12 Cover up & let rise in a warm place (85°), free from drafts, 45 mins or until doubled in bulk.
Step #13 Bake, uncovered, at 350° for 20 to 25 mins or until lightly browned.
Step #14 Let rolls cool 10 mins.
Step #15 Pipe Sugar Glaze over rolls in an "X" shape.
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