Hot Cross Buns

INGREDIENTS

1 cup

whole milk, warmed to 110 degrees F

1 tbsp

active dry yeast

1/3 cup

+ 1 tablespoon granulated sugar

1 cup

raisins (plus boiling water soaking liquid)*

large eggs, room temperature

3 tbsp

unsalted butter, melted, slightly cooled

4 cups

+ 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour

1/2 tsp

kosher salt

1 tsp

ground cinnamon

1/4 tsp

ground nutmeg

1 tbsp

half and half or heavy cream, for brushing

1 cup

all-purpose flour

2 tbsp

granulated white sugar

2 tbsp

whole milk

6 tbsp

water

2 tbsp

apricot jam, or preserves

1 tbsp

water