Chef John's Hot Cross Buns

By Chef John

4.83 / 5

30min

15min

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¼ cup dried currants
¼ cup rum or as needed to cover currants
¾ cup milk warmed to 100 degrees F/40 degrees C
3 cups bread flour divided, or as needed
1 (.25 ounce) package active dry yeast
5 tablespoons white sugar
1 large egg beaten
1 tablespoon grated lemon zest
1 tablespoon grated orange zest
¾ teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon fine salt
½ teaspoon ground cardamom
¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
7 tablespoons melted butter
¼ cup water
⅓ cup all-purpose flour or as needed to make thin, pipe-able dough
¼ cup sugar
3 tablespoons water