4 hot cross bun toppings
Give hot cross buns a twist this Easter with these inspired fillings, and try making your own
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Cheddar and mango chutney melt
- Split and toast a hot cross bun, then add slices of mature cheddar to the base and grill until melted.
- Spread the top with mango chutney, then sandwich and serve.
Nutella s'mores hot cross bun
- Split and toast a hot cross bun, then cover the base with 3-4 marshmallows.
- Slide under a grill until golden and melted.
- Spread the top bun thickly with Nutella, then sandwich and serve.
Strawberries and cream hot cross bun
- Slice a handful of strawberries then toss with 1 tsp icing sugar and leave to macerate.
- Mix 2 tbsp of soft cheese with 1 tsp icing sugar and a drop of vanilla extract.
- Spread the cheese onto a toasted hot cross bun, then top with the strawberries.
Elvis hot cross bun
- Split and toast a hot cross bun, then spread one side with peanut butter and the other with chilli jam.
- Fill with 2-3 rashers of grilled crispy bacon and serve.
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