Low-Carb Hot Cross Buns

Not just for Easter, these low-carb hot cross buns can be enjoyed all year round. They're also a great scone substitute when you want a bit of comfort food!

Low-Carb Hot Cross Buns

Not just for Easter, these low-carb hot cross buns can be enjoyed all year round. They're also a great scone substitute when you want a bit of comfort food!

Prep Time
15 minutes
Cook Time
20 minutes
Servings
8

Ingredients

  • 200g Low-Carb Flour
  • 50g Ground Almonds
  • 1 tsp Cinnamon
  • 1 Lemon (zest)
  • 1 sachet Dried Yeast
  • 50g Rhubarb (chopped into small pieces and cook al dente)
  • 300ml Boiled Water
  • 50ml Double Cream
  • 25g Butter (melted)

Directions

  1. Pre-heat your oven to 180°C.
  2. Add all the dry ingredients into a bowl and mix well.
  3. Add all the wet ingredients to the dry mixture and mix well to form a dough.
  4. Knead the dough for a few minutes.
  5. Divide into 8 rolls and place on a baking sheet. Make sure there’s enough space between each roll to allow room for expansion whilst cooking.
  6. Leave to prove for 1 hour. This will increase your roll size.
  7. Decorate the rolls with flaked almonds in a cross shape on the top.
  8. Bake at 180°C for 20 minutes.

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