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English Wigs

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These traditional English Wigs, known as hot cross buns, are a delightful treat featuring a soft, sweet dough infused with warm spices like nutmeg, cloves, and mace. The rich flavor profile comes from melted margarine and sugar, creating a tender crumb that is perfect for breakfast or afternoon tea. Each bun is marked with a distinctive cross and sprinkled with caraway seeds, offering a classic British aroma and taste. Ideal for holidays or cozy weekend mornings, these homemade buns bring a nostalgic, comforting element to your table. Enjoy them fresh from the oven, slightly warm, perhaps with a bit of butter or jam. This recipe captures the essence of British baking heritage, making it a cherished addition to any baking repertoire.
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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 24
Calories: 1668.4
Dietary: Vegetarian
Description
These traditional English Wigs, known as hot cross buns, are a delightful treat featuring a soft, sweet dough infused with warm spices like nutmeg, cloves, and mace. The rich flavor profile comes from melted margarine and sugar, creating a tender crumb that is perfect for breakfast or afternoon tea. Each bun is marked with a distinctive cross and sprinkled with caraway seeds, offering a classic British aroma and taste. Ideal for holidays or cozy weekend mornings, these homemade buns bring a nostalgic, comforting element to your table. Enjoy them fresh from the oven, slightly warm, perhaps with a bit of butter or jam. This recipe captures the essence of British baking heritage, making it a cherished addition to any baking repertoire.
Ingredients
  • 2 tablespoon Yeast
  • 1/2 cup Lukewarm water
  • 1/2 cup Sugar
  • 1/2 cup Margarine, melted
  • 1 3/4 cup Warm milk
  • 1 Egg, beaten
  • 2 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 1/2 teaspoon Nutmeg
  • 1/8 teaspoon Cloves
  • 1/8 teaspoon Mace
  • 6 cup Flour
Directions
  1. 1
    Dissolve yeast in lukewarm water and let stand until foamy.
  2. 2
    In a large bowl, mix sugar, melted margarine, warm milk, beaten egg, salt, nutmeg, cloves, and mace.
  3. 3
    Add 3 cups of flour to the liquid mixture and beat until smooth.
  4. 4
    Gradually add remaining flour, one cup at a time, until a soft dough forms.
  5. 5
    Turn dough out onto a floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.
  6. 6
    Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1 hour.
  7. 7
    Punch down the dough to release air bubbles.
  8. 8
    Divide the dough in half.
  9. 9
    Roll each half into a log and cut into 12 equal pieces.
  10. 10
    Shape each piece into a round bun and place on greased baking sheets.
  11. 11
    Cut a deep cross on top of each bun with a sharp knife.
  12. 12
    Brush buns with beaten egg and sprinkle with caraway seeds.
  13. 13
    Cover and let rise again until doubled, about 30-45 minutes.
  14. 14
    Bake at 375 degrees Fahrenheit (191&# 194;°C) for 20 minutes or until golden brown.
  15. 15
    Cool on wire racks before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 24

Amount Per Serving
Calories 1668.4kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 26.0g40%
Saturated Fat 8.2g41%
Cholesterol 2.1mg1%
Sodium 10107.4mg422%
Total Carbohydrate 310.0g104%
Dietary Fiber 10.1g41%
Sugars 36.4g
Protein 39.8g80%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: bread, british, caraway, cloves, cross, enriched, english, flour, hot, knead, mace, margarine, milk, nutmeg, rise, spiced, sweet, vegetarian, warm, yeast
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