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Breads & Breakfast Pastries

Chocolate Chip Hot Cross Buns

Give a morning classic a tasty twist with these Chocolate Chip Hot Cross Buns! Soft, spiced buns are studded with HERSHEY’S Semi-Sweet Chocolate Chips for melty, chocolatey goodness in every bite. Finished with the traditional cross icing, they’re perfect for brunch, breakfasts or anytime you’re in the mood for a warm, comforting treat.

You can’t beat a grab and go breakfast option! Add some satisfying protein, rich chocolate and creamy peanut butter to your mornings with this recipe for Chocolate Peanut Butter Chip Protein Muffins.

Ingredients & Directions

Yields:
12 buns
Prep:
30 Min.
Bake:
20 Min.
Total:

BAKE MODE:

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Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup
    orange juice
  • 2 tsps
    orange zest
  • 1/3 cup
    golden raisins
  • 1/4 cup
    granulated sugar
  • 1/4 ounce
    active dry yeast
  • 2 tsps
    salt
  • 1 tsp
    ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 tsp
    cardamom (optional)
  • 1/2 tsp
    ground nutmeg
  • 4 cups
    all-purpose flour
  • 3/4 cup
    milk, warmed (about 110F)
  • 1/2 cup
    butter, softened
  • 3
    eggs divided
  • 1 1/2 cups
    powdered sugar
  • 2 - 3 Tbsps
    milk
READY TO MAKE THIS?
You'll Need 
Microwave Safe Bowl
Microwave
Large Bowl
Plastic Wrap
Baking Pan
Oven
Wire Rack

Directions

ingredients mixed in microwave safe bowl
ingredients being mixed together in mixing bowl
dough being kneaded
buns being brushed with egg wash
icing being mixed
fresh buns being iced

Additional questions?