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1. Hot Cross Buns
Hot cross buns are a traditional Easter treat and make the perfect addition to any breakfast spread. These sweet, spiced buns are studded with raisins and currants, and topped with a cross made from flour and water. Serve them fresh from the oven with a generous smear of butter.
Ingredients:
– 500g strong bread flour
– 75g caster sugar
– 2 tsp mixed spice
– 1 tsp cinnamon
– 1 1/2 tsp salt
– 7g sachet of fast-action yeast
– 50g butter, melted
– 200ml milk
– 2 eggs
– 125g raisins and currants
– 75g plain flour
Method:
1. Mix the bread flour, sugar, mixed spice, cinnamon, salt and yeast in a large mixing bowl.
2. Melt the butter in a pan, add the milk and heat until warm. Beat the eggs and add to the milk mixture.
3. Make a well in the centre of the dry ingredients and pour in the milk mixture. Stir until a dough forms. Knead on a floured surface for 10 minutes.
4. Add the raisins and currants and knead for another 5 minutes.
5. Place the dough in a greased bowl and cover with cling film. Leave to rise in a warm place for around an hour.
6. Knock back the dough and divide into 12 equal pieces. Roll each piece into a ball and place on a lined baking tray.
7. Cover with cling film and leave to rise for another 20-30 minutes.
8. Preheat the oven to 200°C/180°C fan/gas mark 6.
9. Mix the plain flour with enough water to make a paste. Spoon into a piping bag and pipe a cross onto each bun.
10. Bake for 15-20 minutes until golden brown and piping hot.
2. Easter Egg French Toast
This Easter-themed twist on classic French toast is sure to delight kids and adults alike. Serve with fresh fruit and a drizzle of maple syrup for a decadent breakfast treat.
Ingredients:
– 6 slices of bread
– 3 eggs
– 1/2 cup milk
– 1 tsp vanilla extract
– 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
– Butter or oil for frying
– Chocolate eggs or sprinkles for decoration
Method:
1. Whisk the eggs, milk, vanilla extract and cinnamon in a shallow dish.
2. Dip each slice of bread into the egg mixture, making sure it is coated on both sides.
3. Heat a little butter or oil in a frying pan over a medium heat.
4. Fry each slice of bread for 2-3 minutes on each side, until golden brown and cooked through.
5. Decorate with chocolate eggs or sprinkles before serving.
3. Cinnamon Roll Waffles
If you want to take your waffles to the next level, try this recipe for cinnamon roll waffles. The sweet, cinnamon-infused batter is cooked to perfection in a waffle iron, then topped with a cream cheese glaze.
Ingredients:
For the waffles:
– 2 cups self-raising flour
– 1/2 tsp salt
– 1/4 cup sugar
– 1 tsp ground cinnamon
– 1 1/2 cups milk
– 2 eggs
– 2 tsp vanilla extract
– 1/4 cup melted butter
For the glaze:
– 4 oz cream cheese, softened
– 1/4 cup butter, softened
– 1/2 cup icing sugar
– 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
Method:
1. In a mixing bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, sugar and cinnamon.
2. In a separate bowl, whisk together the milk, eggs, vanilla extract and melted butter.
3. Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients, whisking as you go, until a smooth batter forms.
4. Preheat the waffle iron to a high heat and lightly grease with cooking spray.
5. Ladle the batter onto the waffle iron, making sure to fill the wells completely. Close the lid and cook for 3-4 minutes or until the waffles are golden and crispy.
6. While the waffles are cooking, prepare the glaze. In a mixing bowl, beat together the cream cheese and butter until smooth. Add the icing sugar and vanilla extract and beat until the glaze is smooth and creamy.
7. Serve the waffles hot, drizzled generously with the cream cheese glaze.
These sweet recipes are the perfect way to start your Easter Sunday celebrations. So gather your loved ones around and indulge in some delicious breakfast treats. Happy Easter!
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