While we love a traditional HCB, sometimes it’s nice to change things up at Easter. From clever spins on the OG like our Iced VoVo hot cross buns to new breakfast favourites like bacon-crossed cheese bread, our collection of hot cross buns with a twist will satisfy your sweet tooth and taste for cinnamon and spice, feed a hungry crowd over the long weekend and level up your bun game to hot-cross-superstar. They’re easy, fun and – most importantly – delicious.
“This is the best way to use up any leftover, stale hot cross buns. Rich in chocolate flavour, a generous drizzle of cream is all it needs to serve!” – Anneka Manning. Dial up the choc by swapping out traditional fruit buns for choc-chip. You’ll need a 18cm x 30cm x 8cm (2.5L capacity) baking dish for this recipe.
"I like to prep the custard on Easter Saturday to serve with the pudding at Easter Sunday lunch. Allowing the custard to sit overnight results in an irresistibly creamy texture." – Phoebe Wood. You'll need to start this recipe 1 day ahead.
Sorry, sultanas. The only thing that could possibly make hot cross buns better is figs. Oh, and this cinnamon butter is to die for.
The nostalgia of Arnott's classic coconut, jam and pink icing meets the warming spice of a hot cross bun. Our Iced VoVo hot cross buns aren't just for Easter – they're great for any time of year.
Savoury hot cross buns? You better believe it. They taste even better than they look.
Grapes are at their peak right now, look for firm, bright fruit for a sweet juicy snack.
These vanilla and passionfruit hot cross buns will have you hoping Easter comes twice this year.
Take your breakfast plans to the next level with these Aussie-as Vegemite and cheese hot cross scrolls.
This dessert appeals to both the sweet-toothed and savoury fanatics. You’ll need a piping bag fitted with a 5mm plain nozzle for this recipe.
Your favourite glazed Easter buns get a spiced and boozed-up makeover! Slather them in a brown-sugar-and-rum-spiked butter for the ultimate finish.
Forget about chocolate eggs – this indulgent savoury hot cross bun loaf is what you want the big bunny delivering this Easter.
These choc-raisin hot cross buns are the best way to kick off Easter, and the whole family will thank you for it.
Combining dulce de leche and hot cross buns into one sweet treat, Matt Moran knows exactly what we want this Easter.
A touch of coffee turns these buns into the perfect breakfast treat, with an extra caffeine hit!
“Hot cross bun meets cinnamon scroll! With all the flavours of Easter plus cinnamon richness, this brings together two all-time favourites… Once you’ve tried it, it will be hard to go back to one without the other.” – Anneka Manning. You’ll need a 24cm springform pan for this recipe. We love this served warm from the oven, but you can cool to room temperature on a wire rack, if you prefer.
These sweet Easter treats will make you the most popular person at any gathering. Plus, they're family-friendly, too.
