{"product_id":"gluten-free-easter-box","title":"Gluten Free Easter Gift Box","description":"\u003ch6\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"578\" data-start=\"389\"\u003eHop into Easter with our \u003cem data-end=\"452\" data-start=\"414\"\u003eultimate gluten‑free celebration box\u003c\/em\u003e! Whether you’re gifting it or keeping it, this Gluten-Free Easter Bundle will make you bounce around the room.  \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"578\" data-start=\"389\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThis curated gift box includes everything you need to bake golden, spiced, soft, gluten-free hot cross buns at home, plus hand-made delights to make Easter extra special. Thoughtfully assembled by \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eThe Alternative Bread Company\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, it celebrates small makers with big dreams, supporting passionate artisans while bringing something truly special to your Easter table.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-end=\"578\" data-start=\"389\"\u003eInside you’ll find:\u003cstrong data-start=\"77\" data-end=\"115\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"615\" data-start=\"480\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"518\" data-start=\"480\"\u003e1 kg Gluten‑Free Hot Cross Bun Mix\u003c\/strong\u003e — soft, flavourful buns with warming spices, crafted by \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eThe Alternative Bread Company\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e. Makes 2 dozen buns\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"733\" data-start=\"618\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"646\" data-start=\"618\"\u003eHand-Felted Easter Bunny\u003c\/strong\u003e by \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eMatt \u0026amp; Tom\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e — charming, ethical, and handmade in Nepal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"857\" data-start=\"736\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"762\" data-start=\"736\"\u003eHandcrafted Chocolates\u003c\/strong\u003e from \u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eThe Chocolate Room\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e — small-batch, indulgent treats (contains dairy).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\" data-end=\"942\" data-start=\"920\"\u003e125 g Active Yeast\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\"\u003e — perfectly portioned for light, fluffy results every time\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"925\" data-start=\"860\"\u003eNo fruit or extra chocolate included — bake your buns your way.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"925\" data-start=\"860\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBONUS: 500g Gluten-Free Rustic White Bread Mix  \u003c\/strong\u003e-\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003ewhy not have fresh Hot Cross Buns \u003cem data-end=\"2457\" data-start=\"2452\"\u003eand\u003c\/em\u003e fresh bread this Easter?\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1308\" data-start=\"1221\"\u003e Each bundle comes neatly boxed and ready to gift — \u003cem data-end=\"1308\" data-start=\"1275\"\u003eEaster made easy and delicious.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-end=\"2168\" data-start=\"2142\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2166\" data-start=\"2146\"\u003eAdditional Notes\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul data-end=\"2300\" data-start=\"2169\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2200\" data-start=\"2169\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2200\" data-start=\"2171\"\u003eContains dairy (chocolates)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2258\" data-start=\"2201\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2258\" data-start=\"2203\"\u003eBeads on rabbits not suitable for very young children\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"2300\" data-start=\"2259\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2300\" data-start=\"2261\"\u003eFruit or extra chocolate not included\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-end=\"2008\" data-start=\"1984\"\u003e Meet the Makers\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"float: left;\" alt=\"Matt and Tom\" src=\"https:\/\/mattandtom.co.nz\/cdn\/shop\/files\/M_TRedCircle_300x300.png?v=1732315717\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e            \u003cimg style=\"font-family: -apple-system, BlinkMacSystemFont, 'San Francisco', 'Segoe UI', Roboto, 'Helvetica Neue', sans-serif; font-size: 0.875rem;\" height=\"93\" width=\"190\" alt=\"The Chocolate Room\" src=\"https:\/\/images.squarespace-cdn.com\/content\/v1\/65ee7af77be0627ec1cb3a80\/9aa72b9c-0dcc-46e9-8ddf-44617c2aa873\/NEW-Logo.png?format=1500w\"\u003e     \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-end=\"2060\" data-start=\"2010\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-end=\"2058\" data-start=\"2017\"\u003e    \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2058\" data-start=\"2017\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2060\" data-start=\"2010\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1365\" data-start=\"1337\"\u003eMatt \u0026amp; Tom Felted Bunny:\u003c\/strong\u003e These charming felted rabbits, each holding a carrot, make a perfect Easter gift, playful companion, and treasured keepsake (beads for eyes, not suitable for very young children). Matt \u0026amp; Tom, twin brothers with Down syndrome, create meaningful work for themselves while partnering with skilled women artisans in Nepal. Each piece is ethical, sustainable, and handmade using New Zealand wool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2258\" data-start=\"2061\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cimg height=\"65\" width=\"133\" alt=\"The Chocolate Room\" src=\"https:\/\/images.squarespace-cdn.com\/content\/v1\/65ee7af77be0627ec1cb3a80\/9aa72b9c-0dcc-46e9-8ddf-44617c2aa873\/NEW-Logo.png?format=1500w\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"2291\" data-start=\"2260\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1784\" data-start=\"1761\"\u003eThe Chocolate Room:\u003c\/strong\u003e These indulgent chocolates are handcrafted by Sandra, an artisan chocolatier from Waimauku, NZ. Made in small batches with quality ingredients, they bring a touch of luxury to your Easter celebrations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIngredients\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #212b36;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGluten Free Hot Cross Bun Mix:\u003c\/strong\u003e Brown Rice Flour, Potato Starch, Buckwheat Flour, Sorghum Flour, Tapioca Starch, Psyllium Husk, Baking Powder, Spices (Cinnamon, Mixed Spice), Salt.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #212b36;\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"color: rgb(33, 43, 54);\"\u003eMilk \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #212b36;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eChocolate\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb style=\"color: rgb(33, 43, 54);\"\u003e Egg:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #212b36;\"\u003e Cocoa solids 44%, \u003cstrong\u003eMilk\u003c\/strong\u003e powder(\u003cstrong\u003esoy\u003c\/strong\u003e), sugar, Colour: E171, E172, E555, E559, Curcumin. Contains: \u003cstrong\u003eMILK,SOY\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #212b36;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #212b36;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cb style=\"color: rgb(33, 43, 54);\"\u003eMini Gold Bars:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eCocoa butter  \u003cstrong\u003eMilk \u003c\/strong\u003epowder, sugar, salt. \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eContains: \u003cstrong\u003eMILK\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #212b36;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #212b36;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cb style=\"color: rgb(33, 43, 54);\"\u003eMilk \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb\u003eChocolate\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cb style=\"color: rgb(33, 43, 54);\"\u003e Easter Minis:\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eCocoa solids 44%, \u003cstrong\u003eMilk\u003c\/strong\u003e powder(\u003cstrong\u003esoy\u003c\/strong\u003e), sugar, Colour: E171, E172. Contains: \u003cstrong\u003eMILK,SOY\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch6\u003eRecipe\u003c\/h6\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #cfb03b;\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003eFor 12 buns y\u003c\/span\u003eou will need:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e500g Hot Cross Bun Mix\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e525ml slightly warm water\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e110g caster sugar or date syrup\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e12g gluten free yeast \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e1 orange zest and 50ml juice\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e200g dried fruit or chocolate chunks\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\" style=\"color: #cfb03b;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p5\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\" style=\"color: #cfb03b;\"\u003eFor the\u003cspan class=\"Apple-converted-space\"\u003e  \u003c\/span\u003ecrosses:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e2 heaped tablespoon white gluten free flour\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e1\/4 teaspoon baking powder, \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e1 heaped teaspoon sugar\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p3\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\" style=\"color: #cfb03b;\"\u003eFor the glaze:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e1 tablespoon apricot jam or honey\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e2 teaspoons water\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #cfb03b;\"\u003eMethod:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"279\" data-start=\"165\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"279\" data-start=\"168\"\u003ePlace the water, yeast, and ½ of the sugar into a bowl. Mix and leave to sit until frothy (about 10 minutes).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"418\" data-start=\"281\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"418\" data-start=\"284\"\u003eAdd the remaining sugar, orange zest and juice, and the hot cross bun mix. Mix until combined. Your dough should be slightly sticky.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"586\" data-start=\"420\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"586\" data-start=\"423\"\u003eFold in your fruit or chocolate and mix until evenly distributed throughout the dough. Cover and leave in the bowl to rest for 10 minutes – don’t skip this step.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"692\" data-start=\"588\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"692\" data-start=\"591\"\u003eWhile the dough is resting, line a 25 x 30 cm (approx.) baking pan with baking paper and set aside.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"851\" data-start=\"694\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"851\" data-start=\"697\"\u003eMix the dough again. It should now be soft enough to tip onto a lightly floured surface. Divide into 12 equal portions and roll each into a smooth ball.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"995\" data-start=\"853\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"995\" data-start=\"856\"\u003ePlace the buns into your prepared tin, keeping them close together but not touching. This allows them to rise upward rather than outward.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1236\" data-start=\"997\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1236\" data-start=\"1000\"\u003eIn a small bowl, mix the cross ingredients with 3–4 tablespoons of water to form a smooth paste. Transfer to a piping bag with a small round nozzle (or a snap-lock bag with a tiny corner cut off). Pipe thin crosses on top of each bun.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1366\" data-start=\"1238\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1366\" data-start=\"1241\"\u003eLeave the buns to rise in a warm, draft-free place. There is no set time for rising, but they should nearly double in size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1460\" data-start=\"1368\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1460\" data-start=\"1371\"\u003eOnce risen, bake in a preheated oven at 200°C for 20–25 minutes, or until golden brown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-end=\"1672\" data-start=\"1462\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"1672\" data-start=\"1466\"\u003eNear the end of baking, gently heat the glaze ingredients together in a small pot until combined and sticky. When the buns are finished, remove them from the oven and brush with the glaze while still hot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ciframe width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Ij_kwQPJZUw\" title=\"YouTube video player\"\u003e\u003c\/iframe\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Alternative Bread Co","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56772399530144,"sku":null,"price":74.5,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0099\/5940\/7678\/files\/312A4101.jpg?v=1772324891","url":"https:\/\/www.alternativebread.co.nz\/products\/gluten-free-easter-box","provider":"The Alternative Bread Company","version":"1.0","type":"link"}