Lune's Highly Sought-After Hot Cross Cruffins Are Returning for Another Delicious Easter

If you're the kind of person who looks for hot cross buns on your local supermarket shelves the moment that December 26 hits each year, congrats — you know that these seasonal treats really should be available all year round, as everyone should. And, you're likely also aware that not all hot cross buns are created equal. Lune Croissanterie's hot cross cruffins are in a league of their own, for instance.

The highly coveted Easter bites are returning in 2023, too, to the delight of pastry lovers across Melbourne and Brisbane. Whether you've had plenty of Lune Easters or just a few — Lune only opened its first interstate store in Brissie in 2021, after all — these baked goods are a must-try.

Yes, they're exactly what they sound like, and they're only available for a super-limited time. Forget plain old croissant-muffin hybrids — Lune's Easter version throws hot cross buns into the mix as well, and they always sell out.

The croissant-muffin-hot cross bun mashups come filled with a spiced custard and traditional hot cross bun fruit mix, which includes sultanas and candied citrus peel. They're then topped with a cross (obviously) and brushed in a sweet glaze. And, they're both vegetarian- and Halal-friendly.

If you're keen, you'll find them in-store at Kate Reid's pastry haven from Monday, March 20–Monday, April 10 at all Lune sites. The chain is also doing pre-orders from Friday, March 17 for its Fitzroy, Armadale, South Brisbane and Brisbane CBD venues.

Dubbed 'HCCs', the hot cross cruffins cost $10 each — and pre-ordering early is recommended. If you want some for Good Friday, Lune advises that you'll need to pre-order by Tuesday, April 4.

Lune's hot cross cruffins will be on from Monday, March 20–Monday, April 10 at all Lune stores, with pre-orders from Friday, March 17 for Fitzroy, Armadale, South Brisbane and Brisbane CBD.

Images: Peter Dillon.