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Tim Tam Slam BBQ Hot Cross Bun

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This cube-shaped hot cross bun croissant is the Easter dessert you need

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Aldi is releasing a hot cross bun gin just in time for Easter

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Hot cross buns with orange and lemongrass curd

Hot cross buns with orange and lemongrass curd

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The new hot cross bun flavours you need to know about

Woolworths is now selling hot cross bun flavoured ice cream

Woolworths is now selling hot cross bun flavoured ice cream

The treat you shouldn’t give dogs at Easter

The treat you shouldn’t give dogs at Easter

Hot cross bun gin is the new spirit of Easter

Hot cross bun gin is the new spirit of Easter

Supermarkets are already stocking hot cross buns

Supermarkets are already stocking hot cross buns

Chocolatey, yummy hot cross buns

Chocolatey, yummy hot cross buns

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10 delicious hot cross bun recipes

From traditional to decadent. - by Olivia Hart
  • 31 Mar 2021
10 delicious hot cross bun recipes

There’s more to Easter than just chocolate, and while it’s normally a holiday fit for the sweet-tooths, it’s fair to say hot cross buns are the ultimate Easter snack.

While even a plain hot cross bun is appetising, adding a few tasty additions or tweaking the recipe can take your bun to a whole new level.   

Every year, bakeries and home chefs reimagine the classic hot cross bun, giving us new variations to feast on. This year we’ve already had a hot cross croissant and a hot cross flavoured gin from Aldi.

If you’ve already picked up your favourite half-dozen from the supermarket, why not give one of these fun recipes below a go. 

1. Hot cross buns 

traditional

If you love nothing more than a traditional hot cross, then this sticky and fruity bun is the only recipe you need.

2. Milo barbecue hot cross bun ice cream sandwich

milo bun
Woolworths

You know the kids will love this chocolatey creation, but the adults will too! Not only does it take less than 10 minutes to prep, but it's the perfect snack for a sunny day. 

3. Hot cross bun microwave puddings

puddings

It couldn’t be easier to whip this dish, simply combine, microwave, and serve. And it makes for a tasty after-dinner treat.

4. Hot cross bun zuccotto

zuccotto

Reimagine your favourite Easter snack into the ultimate no-cook Italian dessert. 

5. Chocolatey, yummy hot cross buns

choc

Make a batch of buns from scratch and melt down some of your left-over chocolate to pair with your fresh-out-of-the-oven buns. 

6. Hot cross with orange and lemongrass curd

bun

Hot cross buns have never looked – or tasted - so good!

7. Fairy bread barbecue hot cross bun

bun
Woolworths

Combine your love for fairy bread and hot cross buns with this decadent treat. 

8. Hot cross bun bombe Alaska

bombe alaska

Combining layers of hot cross bun with ice cream, and a toasted meringue outer layer, this show-stopper is sure to impress!

9. Hot cross bun panna cotta with Easter egg salsa

panna cotta

If you're after something elegant to serve to your guests this Easter, this dish should be your go-to. 

10. Tim Tam slam BBQ hot cross bun

tim tam bun
Woolworths

Level up your bun by adding fruit, hazelnut spread and an iconic Aussie biccie.

Venturing beyond the bun? Try one of these Easter goodies:

Easter egg slice

How to make your own Easter pinata smash cake

You can now buy Golden Gaytime popcorn and Easter eggs

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Tim Tam Slam BBQ Hot Cross Bun

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Aldi is releasing a hot cross bun gin just in time for Easter

Aldi is releasing a hot cross bun gin just in time for Easter

Milo barbecue hot cross bun ice cream sandwich

Milo barbecue hot cross bun ice cream sandwich

Coles release lamington-flavoured hot cross buns

Coles release lamington-flavoured hot cross buns

{headline}

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Hot cross buns with orange and lemongrass curd

Hot cross buns with orange and lemongrass curd

The new hot cross bun flavours you need to know about

The new hot cross bun flavours you need to know about

Woolworths is now selling hot cross bun flavoured ice cream

Woolworths is now selling hot cross bun flavoured ice cream

The treat you shouldn’t give dogs at Easter

The treat you shouldn’t give dogs at Easter

Hot cross bun gin is the new spirit of Easter

Hot cross bun gin is the new spirit of Easter

Supermarkets are already stocking hot cross buns

Supermarkets are already stocking hot cross buns

Chocolatey, yummy hot cross buns

Chocolatey, yummy hot cross buns

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