There’s nothing quite like the combination of warm, spiced hot cross buns and the rich indulgence of chocolate and coffee.
This dish is effortless to prepare, making it ideal for a cozy family dessert or a sweet treat when entertaining guests. Serve it warm with a scoop of ice cream or a drizzle of custard for the ultimate indulgence.
With just a few simple ingredients and minimal effort, you’ll have a dessert that tastes like it took hours to prepare. Let’s dive into this decadent and comforting recipe.
These variations can make the dessert more festive, indulgent, or personalized to your taste.
Flavour Enhancements:
- Caramel lovers
- Add a drizzle of caramel sauce over the buns before baking for a sweet, buttery twist.
- Spiced Delight: Incorporate a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg into the milk mixture to add warmth and depth of flavour.
- Nutty Twist: Sprinkle crushed hazelnuts, pecans, or almonds over the top for added texture and nuttiness.
- Chocolate Lovers’ Dreams
- Double Chocolate: Stir some chocolate chips into the milk mixture or sprinkle them over the buns before baking.
- White Chocolate Magic: Replace or mix the chocolate buns with white chocolate hot cross buns for a different flavour profile.
- Fruity Options
- Berry Bliss: Add fresh or frozen raspberries or blueberries between the buns for a fruity burst.
- Tropical Paradise: Mix in shredded coconut or slices of banana for a tropical touch.
- Sauce Variations
- Vanilla Infusion: Replace the coffee with vanilla extract or use a vanilla bean for a more delicate flavour.
- Irish Cream Flair: Swap a portion of the milk with Irish cream liqueur for a boozy dessert.
- Festive Touch
- Easter Special: Decorate with pastel-colored icing or mini chocolate eggs for a seasonal twist.
- Holiday Spice: Use gingerbread buns and sprinkle with powdered sugar for a cozy holiday vibe.
- Alternative Toppings
- Cheesecake Finish: Whip up a cream cheese frosting and drizzle it over the warm buns before serving.
- Marshmallow Magic: Place mini marshmallows on top for the last 10 minutes of baking, letting them melt and toast.
Rich & Indulgent Chocolate Hot Cross Buns Bake
This recipe transforms traditional chocolate hot cross buns into a luscious baked dessert soaked in a velvety cream sauce.
Equipment
- Oven dish
Ingredients
- 250ml milk
- 250ml cream
- 125ml strong black coffee
- 2 eggs
- 8 chocolate hot cross buns
Instructions
Preheat your oven to 170°C (338°F), or 160°C (320°F) for a fan oven.
- Grease a dessert oven dish to ensure the buns don’t stick.
- In a mixing bowl, whisk the eggs until smooth.
- On medium heat, combine the milk, cream, and coffee in a saucepan. Slowly warm the mixture, ensuring it doesn’t overheat. Gradually whisk in the eggs, one spoonful at a time, to avoid curdling. Set aside.
- Butter the insides of the hot cross buns and arrange them neatly in the greased dish.
- Pour the warm milk mixture evenly over the buns, ensuring they are well-soaked.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 40 minutes, or until golden and set.
- Serve warm, accompanied by ice cream or custard for an added layer of indulgence.