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Ways to use up your hot cross buns

Got some leftover hot cross buns? Reinvent them with one of these delicious recipes.

1. Hot cross bun caramel slice

Top this slice with Easter eggs and toasted hot cross buns for the ultimate indulgence.

2. Chocolate and coconut hot cross bun fridge cake

This hot cross bun fridge cake uses lamington hot cross buns for a coconut and chocolate spin.

3. Hot cross bun flower pudding

We’ve given the classic bread and butter pudding a decorative twist.

4. Hot cross bun bombe

Get the kids involved in creating this tasty Easter ice cream bombe.

5. Hot cross bun pudding

Topped with berries and a dollop of cream, this hot cross bun pudding is an easy dessert that’s best served warm.

6. Hot cross bun trifle

Make this impressive trifle family-friendly by losing the booze, or swap the liquor for coffee.

7. Easy hot cross bun ice-cream

We’ve combined two sweet treats together to create this irresistible dessert.

8. Hot cross bun creme brulee

This spin on the classic creamy dessert will go down a treat with your loved ones this Easter.

9. French toast hot cross bun fingers

Coated in cinnamon sugar, these French toast hot cross bun fingers are great for breakfast or dessert.