Hot Cross Bun Loaf Recipe

Swap bought buns for a special homemade loaf this Easter — it’s a gamechanger.

I love the idea of making this in a loaf tin. It keeps well for a couple of days. A good spread of butter is the finishing touch, added to a piece torn from the loaf while it is warm. Soak the fruit in some brandy for a bit of extra punch.

This recipe was originally published in 2021.

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