Easter is just around the corner, and we're excited to share our top picks for the best hot cross buns in Melbourne. Skip the store-bought buns and treat yourself to the best local bakeries have to offer. From classic fruity and spiced buns to innovative creations like spiced custard-filled doughnut-croissant hybrids, Melbourne's top-notch bakeries have got you covered.
Here are our ultimate picks for the best hot cross buns this Easter:
Lune - Various Locations
Lune's 'Hot Cross Cruffin' is a heavenly treat that combines croissant, hot cross bun, and muffin, filled with sultanas, candied citrus peel, and spiced custard, and topped with a traditional hot cross bun glaze.
Bread Club - North Melbourne
Bread Club North Melbourne's famous XXX Hot Cross Buns have a modern twist of cranberries and blueberries throughout, making them a dense fruit and spice-filled delight.
Wild Life Bakery - Brunswick East
Wild Life Bakery in Brunswick East is once again showcasing their delicious Hot Cross Buns. These buns are described as vegan, soft, and fluffy, with a perfect balance of texture from the addition of @woodstockflour's stoneground rye. Expect a burst of flavor and spice from these buns, guaranteed to satisfy your taste buds.
Dench Bakers - Fitzroy North
Dench Bakers' hot cross buns are famous for their (mostly) secret filling of whole pureed oranges, fresh ginger, and an assortment of Australian vine fruits. It's like a fruity explosion in your mouth that you won't want to miss out on!
Loafer Bread - Fitzroy North
Loafer Bread's sourdough hot cross buns have a slightly acidic nature, thanks to the in-house candied lemon and orange rind mixed throughout. And the best part? The bakery is just a stone's throw away from Dench Bakers, offering endless options for Fitzroy North residents.
Baker D. Chirico - Carlton
Baker D. Chirico is a popular bakery in Carlton, with a variety of hot cross buns to choose from, including the traditional fruit variety, Chocolate and Hazelnut, or their special twice-baked version. You'll be spoiled for choice here!
Cannoli Bar - Avondale Heights
Cannoli Bar, a Sicilian run dessert shop in Avondale Heights, offers sourdough hot cross buns, baked fresh every morning, as well as their famous cannoli. You can even enjoy an Italian-style coffee with your buttery bun on a sunny Sunday.
Too Good Bakers - Essendon
Too Good Bakers in Essendon is a hidden gem serving up delectable pastries and artisan breads. Their traditional hot cross buns are baked to perfection with a golden glaze on top. Trust us, they're too good to miss!
Noisette Bakery - Preston
If you’re a fan of the supermarket style buns look no further than Noisette bakery. Imagine your favourite supermarket buns x1000. Think fluffier, and softer, melt in your mouth goodness.
They are also available to order via their website, for those who just don’t have time to get into stores.
Back Alley Bakes - Coburg North
Back Alley Bakes is taking the butter debate into their own hands by serving buttered hot cross buns while supporting their friends at @gippslandjersey. You won't be disappointed by these perfectly buttered buns!
Bakeitco's hot cross buns are soft, fluffy treats that are generously flavored with seasonal fruits and aromatic spices, topped with a shiny glaze. From March 27th to 30th, simply mention Nelson Alexander at their Collingwood, Brunswick East, Heidelberg Heights, or Surrey Hills locations to receive a complimentary hot cross bun.
Here are our ultimate picks for the best hot cross buns this Easter:
Lune - Various Locations
Lune's 'Hot Cross Cruffin' is a heavenly treat that combines croissant, hot cross bun, and muffin, filled with sultanas, candied citrus peel, and spiced custard, and topped with a traditional hot cross bun glaze.
Bread Club - North Melbourne
Bread Club North Melbourne's famous XXX Hot Cross Buns have a modern twist of cranberries and blueberries throughout, making them a dense fruit and spice-filled delight.
Wild Life Bakery - Brunswick East
Wild Life Bakery in Brunswick East is once again showcasing their delicious Hot Cross Buns. These buns are described as vegan, soft, and fluffy, with a perfect balance of texture from the addition of @woodstockflour's stoneground rye. Expect a burst of flavor and spice from these buns, guaranteed to satisfy your taste buds.
Dench Bakers - Fitzroy North
Dench Bakers' hot cross buns are famous for their (mostly) secret filling of whole pureed oranges, fresh ginger, and an assortment of Australian vine fruits. It's like a fruity explosion in your mouth that you won't want to miss out on!
Loafer Bread - Fitzroy North
Loafer Bread's sourdough hot cross buns have a slightly acidic nature, thanks to the in-house candied lemon and orange rind mixed throughout. And the best part? The bakery is just a stone's throw away from Dench Bakers, offering endless options for Fitzroy North residents.
Baker D. Chirico - Carlton
Baker D. Chirico is a popular bakery in Carlton, with a variety of hot cross buns to choose from, including the traditional fruit variety, Chocolate and Hazelnut, or their special twice-baked version. You'll be spoiled for choice here!
Cannoli Bar - Avondale Heights
Cannoli Bar, a Sicilian run dessert shop in Avondale Heights, offers sourdough hot cross buns, baked fresh every morning, as well as their famous cannoli. You can even enjoy an Italian-style coffee with your buttery bun on a sunny Sunday.
Too Good Bakers - Essendon
Too Good Bakers in Essendon is a hidden gem serving up delectable pastries and artisan breads. Their traditional hot cross buns are baked to perfection with a golden glaze on top. Trust us, they're too good to miss!
Noisette Bakery - Preston
If you’re a fan of the supermarket style buns look no further than Noisette bakery. Imagine your favourite supermarket buns x1000. Think fluffier, and softer, melt in your mouth goodness.
They are also available to order via their website, for those who just don’t have time to get into stores.
Back Alley Bakes - Coburg North
Back Alley Bakes is taking the butter debate into their own hands by serving buttered hot cross buns while supporting their friends at @gippslandjersey. You won't be disappointed by these perfectly buttered buns!
Bakeitco – Various Locations
Bakeitco's hot cross buns are soft, fluffy treats that are generously flavored with seasonal fruits and aromatic spices, topped with a shiny glaze. From March 27th to 30th, simply mention Nelson Alexander at their Collingwood, Brunswick East, Heidelberg Heights, or Surrey Hills locations to receive a complimentary hot cross bun.
Whether you prefer your Hot Cross Buns chocolate or traditional, buttered or toasted, Melbourne has a hot pick of for you to choose from this Easter.
