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No Easter celebration would be complete without the iconic hot cross bun. The roots of this beloved treat trace back to St. Albans, where Cathedral Warden Steven provides a fascinating account of their history. It is believed that in 1361, Thomas Rockcliffe, a monk at St. Albans Abbey, first introduced these spiced baked goods, marking them with a cross and distributing them to the needy on Good Friday. Modern adaptations have transformed hot cross buns into a year-round supermarket staple, yet traditional family recipes still shine, with homemade versions offering a warm, spiced nostalgia.
Making hot cross buns from scratch not only produces a unique flavor profile but also creates an opportunity for cherished family memories.