Description
Hot Cross Bun Breakfast Bake is a delightful twist on a classic treat, perfect for festive brunches or cozy mornings. This dish transforms traditional hot cross buns into a warm, custardy bake infused with rich spices. Imagine golden-brown edges surrounding a gooey center, creating an irresistible breakfast experience that will have everyone coming back for seconds. Easy to prepare and visually stunning, this recipe is sure to impress your family and friends any time of the year.
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 Hot Cross Buns, quartered
- 4 large Eggs
- 2 cups Whole Milk
- 2 tsp Ground Cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp Ground Nutmeg
- 2 tsp Vanilla Extract
- 4 tbsp Unsalted Butter, melted
- Powdered Sugar (optional, for dusting)
Instructions
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C) and grease a 9×13-inch baking dish.
- Evenly distribute the quartered hot cross buns in the prepared dish.
- In a bowl, whisk together the eggs, milk, cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla until smooth.
- Pour the egg mixture over the buns and gently press down to soak them thoroughly.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes until puffed and golden brown.
- Optional: Dust with powdered sugar before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 35 minutes
- Category: Breakfast
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (150g)
- Calories: 290
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 180mg
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 8g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 120mg