The Best Hot Cross Buns in Brisbane to Make Your Easter Egg-stra Special

Easter gives us all an excuse to overload on baked treats, chocolate and maybe even an Easter-themed cocktail or two… so we’re getting in the spirit early with our hint for Brisbane’s best hot cross buns! From traditional to downright decadent, bakeries across Brisbane are taking things to the next level with this year’s Easter goodies.

Some of you hate to see the hot cross buns coming out in January, and it shows… but for the rest of us, it just gives us more opportunities to bite into the beloved, bouncy-soft, sweetly spiced bundles that mark the month with the most public holidays. 

But you needn’t relegate yourself simply to a supermarket bun, because these bakeries are whipping up their very own renditions of this crowd-pleasing Easter treat. 

YOMG Pistachio Choc Fudge Hot Cross Bun

This might just be Brisbane’s most decadent hot cross bun. Best known for their burgers, loaded fries, thick shakes and froyo bar, YOMG is taking things to the next level this Easter. Picture this: a traditional fruit hot cross bun, stuffed with chocolate fudge frozen yoghurt and topped with pistachio sauce and YOMG crumble. 

From 5pm on Thursday 10th April, you can head into your local YOMG store to sample their exclusive Pistachio Choc Fudge Hot Cross Buns.

Multiple locations

Darvella Patisserie

From the first day of April, Bulimba’s favourite bakery will start pumping out traditional hot cross buns every day for your enjoyment, and in Darvella’s signature style, they will take things up a notch on the weekends. 

Each weekend, there’ll be a limited edition and extra special flavour to enjoy, like Kinder Bueno or raspberry velvet. But don’t hit snooze, because numbers are limited and these fun flavours sell out quickly! 

Shop 1/37 Oxford Street, Bulimba

VeganYumm

For the vegan, dairy or egg-free sweet tooths among us, there’s VeganYumm. This epic vegan bakery whips up seasonal specials like no other, so if you’re testing out all of the best hot cross buns in Brisbane, you’d best pop them on your hit list. 

This year, you’ll find Biscoff, finger bun and double choc flavours on the menu, plus an assortment of cute Easter cupcakes if you’re craving something with a little extra sweetness. Head instore to try them all, or pre-order a batch to make sure you don’t miss out!

487 South Pine Road, Everton Park

Agnes Bakery

Agnes Bakery never disappoints, and Easter is no exception to the rule. The team have crafted a moreish sourdough hot cross bun with cinnamon, nutmeg, currants, raisins and a dash of their secret spice mix, all crafted in-house with their signature bake-by-fire approach. 

This lends an additional complexity to the flavours of the sourdough that will have these buns lingering long on your mind until Easter rolls around again next year. 

85 James Street, Fortitude Valley

Baker d Chirico

The tastiest new bakery on the block, Baker d Chirico didn’t waste any time once April arrived. Head down to Newstead to get your hands on some sourdough hot cross buns, baked with their perfected spice blend and topped with a golden glaze. 

Daniel Chirico’s meticulous baking process and commitment to crafting the perfect finished product guarantees that every visit to this bakery leaves your taste buds tantalised, so don’t miss your opportunity to try his take on the traditional hot cross bun, in his signature sourdough, slow-food style. 

18 Longland Street, Newstead

Nodo

Being gluten-free no longer means missing out on decadent Easter goodies, thanks to Nodo. Beside their special edition Easter donuts (this year it’s a vegan speckle bunny, carrot cake, caramel egg and yolk flavours), they’ve whipped up some of the best hot cross buns in Brisbane. 

Opt for a traditional style gluten-free hot cross bun, or indulge in a delicious chocolate flavour that would be the envy of any Easter Bunny. 

Multiple locations

Lune

Did you really think Lune would let a little occasion like Easter slip on by without doing something delicious to celebrate?

This year, the team have crafted a hot cross cruffin from croissant dough, mixed spices, dried fruit and candied peel, plus a hearty dose of brown butter mousseline (a thick pastry cream, lightened with whipped butter) in the middle.  

This special edition delicacy is only in-store from 7th April to 21st April, so make sure you head in in time to sample it. 

Multiple Locations

So there you have it everybunny, your best hot cross buns in Brisbane hit list is sorted now, so it’s time to start thinking about plans. Here’s our guide to the best Easter activities happening around Brisbane this year, or check out our guide to dreamy day trips for the perfect places to head out of town over the long weekend. 

See you in the line-up at Lune!

Writer

Lexie Mamo

10 April 2025

Lexie is the Brisbane Editor at Sitchu and has been part of the team since October 2020. Her background lies in fashion eCommerce and content marketing, having worked in digital roles across brands like Lorna Jane, Black Milk Clothing and dk active. A Brisbane native, Lexie covers food, lifestyle, events, and travel guides for the Sunshine State. When she’s not writing, you’ll find her reading, visiting coffee spots or snapping shots of her rescue cat for his Instagram account.