Low-fat Hot Cross Buns

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== Ingredients ==
* 14 g / 0.5 oz dried yeast or 30 g / 1 oz compressed yeast
* ½ cup castor sugar
* 1 teaspoon cinnamon
* 1½ cups skim milk, warmed
* 4 cups plain flour
* 1 teaspoon salt
* 1 teaspoon allspice
* 60 g / 2.1 oz Praised reduced-fat margarine
* 1 egg beaten
* 1 cup sultanas
=== Paste for crosses ===
* ¼ cup plain flour
* ¼ cup water
=== Glaze ===
* 2 tablespoon hot water
* 2 tablespoon castor sugar
* 1 teaspoon powdered gelatine
* ½ teaspoon mixed spice
== Directions ==
# In a bowl, combine yeast with 1 tablespoon of the sugar, and the warmed skim milk.
# Stir until the yeast and sugar are totally dissolved.
# Cover and stand in a warm place for 10 minutes, until bubbly.
# In another bowl, combine remaining sugar with flour, salt and spices.
# Massage in margarine, then include the yeast and milk mixture, egg and sultanas.
# Mix well, cover the bowl, and let mixture rise for 30 minutes in a warm place.
# Transfer dough to a floured surface and knead until smooth.
# Divide the dough into 16 pieces and knead pieces into round shapes.
# Place buns into a well-greased, 25 cm / 10 inch - square cake tin.
# Let rise in a warm place for 10 minutes.
=== Paste for crosses ===
# Mix the flour and water.
# Transfer into a piping bag with a small plain hole.
# Paint on crosses and bake in the oven for 15 – 20 minutes at 210 °C/410 °F.
=== Glaze ===
# Mix all the ingredients in a small pan.
# Cook over a low heat until dissolved, or place in the microwave for 30 secs on high.
# Stir well, until the sugar has dissolved.
# While buns are still hot, brush with glaze.
Category:Breakfast Recipes
Category:Lent Recipes
Category:Healthy Breakfasts
Category:Healthy Desserts
Category:Low-fat Recipes