Why are my hot cross buns so dense?

There could be a number of reasons why your hot cross buns turn out heavy or even hard. The most common reasons are as follows: Over kneading – this is more likely to happen if you use an electric mixer and dough hook. If you over knead dough it will break down the glutens and make the buns hard.

How do you make hot cross buns lighter?

Let the dough rise in a warm place until doubled in volume, about 20 minutes. (I like to turn on the oven’s light and let the dough rise inside the oven. The light produces just enough heat to help the dough rise quickly. In a cool room, it will take about 30 minutes to double.)

What are hot cross buns called in Germany?

Rohrnudeln (can you say that?)- – Bavarian Hot Cross Buns by A Feast for the Eyes.

Why is my hot cross bun dough sticky?

The need to knead The hot cross bun dough is very sticky, especially at the start. To aid the kneading process, Mar suggests sieving a thin layer of additional plain flour onto the board and over the top of the dough. Having slightly wet hands also helps. ”You can feel the dough, if it’s ready,” she says.

Why didn’t my hot cross buns rise?

The dough has an overnight rise in the fridge. This means that the dough will rise more slowly than if the dough is left in a warm place and also means that you do need to allow long enough for the dough to rise. We suggest a minimum of 8 hours, but it can be longer if the dough is left the fridge.

How do you keep hot cross buns from getting hard?

If the dough is too dry, the buns will end up being tough. You may need to add a little extra liquid or flour depending on the protein content in the flour.

How do you make hot cross buns fluffy?

Add the extra flour if required so the dough comes away from the bowl – the trick is to use the minimum to keep the dough soft so it rises easily (= fluffy buns), but just enough so the dough doesn’t massively stick to your fingers (should be bit sticky though). Tough dough from too much flour = tough buns!

How do you make hot cross buns in the Thermomix?

Piping

1. Place plain flour, salt, olive oil and water into mixing bowl and mix 30 sec/speed 4.
2. Pour into piping bag and pipe crosses onto the top of buns. Bake for 10-15 minutes (220°C) or until golden brown. Clean and dry mixing bowl.

Are hot cross buns eaten in Europe?

Hot Cross Buns are small buns decorated with a cross traditionally eaten on Good Friday in the United Kingdom and Ireland, but also in India, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, and the United States.

How do you make a cross on hot cross buns?

Mix 75g plain flour with about 5 tbsp water to make the paste for the cross – add the water 1 tbsp at a time, so you add just enough for a thick paste. Spoon into a piping bag with a small nozzle. Pipe a line along each row of buns, then repeat in the other direction to create crosses.

Do I need bread flour for hot cross buns?

1 1/2 cups (375ml) milk, warm , full fat or low fat (Note 2) 4 1/4 cups (640g) bread flour (or plain / all purpose) (Note 3) 2 tsp cinnamon powder.

Can you over proof hot cross buns?

If it is firm and springs back suddenly it is under-proved and needs more time. If it collapses under your gentle pressure, then it is over-proved. The buns will take about 1-1½ hours to prove. Whisk flour and water for cross paste together in a bowl until smooth.