Ingredients
2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast2 cups warm milk (110° to 115°)6 tablespoons butter, softened2 eggs, lightly beaten3/4 cup sugar1 teaspoon salt6 to 6-1/2 cups all-purpose flour1 cup chopped mixed candied fruit2 teaspoons ground cinnamon1 egg yolk2 tablespoons waterICING:1-1/4 cups confectioners’ sugar2 tablespoons milk1 tablespoon butter, melted1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
Preparation
In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm milk. Stir in the butter, eggs, sugar and salt. Combine 3 cups flour, candied fruit and cinnamon; add to yeast mixture and mix well. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough.
Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour.
Punch dough down; shape into 2-in. balls. Place 2 in. apart on greased baking sheets. Using a sharp knife, cut a cross on top of each bun. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 30 minutes.
Beat egg yolk and water; brush over buns. Bake at 350° for 12-15 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from pans to cool on wire racks. Combine icing ingredients; pipe an “X” on top of each bun.
