An essential guide to hot cross buns
Spice up your Easter with these delicious hot cross bun ideas and recipes!
Easter wouldn’t be complete without hot cross buns. Whether you buy them or bake them, we have all of your hot cross buns needs in one spot. Choose from our range of Woolworths hot cross buns, or discover traditional and creative recipes for the perfect bun. And if you end up with any stale hot cross buns, don’t throw them out! We’ve got plenty of ideas to turn leftover buns into desserts, snacks and decadent dishes.
Shop the Woolworths hot cross buns range
Shop traditional hot cross buns, fruit-filled or fruit-free, or shop indulgent options like Biscoff hot cross buns, Caramilk, Cinnabon, fairy bread or apple and cinnamon buns.
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How to make hot cross buns
Learn how to make hot cross buns from scratch with these homemade recipes, including chocolate, fruit and nut, gluten-free and healthier hot cross buns.
Homemade hot cross bun recipes
How to eat hot cross buns
Prepare hot cross buns by toasting them and adding butter, or you can enjoy them plain — it’s up to you! You can also turn them into a delectable treat by trying our hot cross buns hacks. Browse our most popular recipes with ideas like hot cross bun bread and butter pudding or hot cross bun French toast.
Hot cross bun hack recipes
How to store hot cross buns
Keep hot cross buns in an airtight container and store them in a cool, dry place. You can also use a zip-lock bag with as much air removed from the bag as possible.
For homemade hot cross buns, you can freeze them for up to 2 months. Wrap buns individually in baking paper, so you can thaw the amount you want.
What to do with leftover hot cross buns
Give leftover hot cross buns a makeover, and turn them into a new Easter treat. Toast hot cross buns and tear them into pieces to sprinkle over salads, soup or even stir through ice-cream. You can also find your favourite French toast recipe, and replace slices of bread with leftover hot cross buns. Want more ideas? Browse our recipes for leftover hot cross buns.
Hot cross bun leftover recipes
Hot cross bun mudcake
Infused with the essence of spiced traditional fruit hot cross buns, the limited edition Woolworths hot cross bun mudcake is the epitome of Easter indulgence.
Air-fryer hot cross bun ice cream balls
Crispy, creamy, and oh-so-indulgent, these ice cream balls are an impressive way to elevate the traditional hot cross bun. They're super easy to make in the air-fryer, too. Drizzle with chocolate sauce and serve with fresh fruit for an unforgettable treat.
Do you need an air-fryer? Find one on Everyday Market from Woolworths here.
Hot cross bun mug cake
This cosy little hot-cross-bun cake is just as cute as it is quick. Made in the microwave for ultimate ease, it's complete with mini marshmallows, an adorably delicious chocolate bunny then topped with a hot-cross-bun lid. Yum!