Australian supermarkets have already stocked their shelves with hot buns and shoppers are furious to see it.
While some are thrilled to get an early taste of this spicy delight, many aren’t holding back their outrage, criticizing the move as “too soon” and accusing retailers of rushing through the holidays.
The sight of fruit-filled sweet buns next to leftover Christmas puddings has sparked fierce debate online, with many wondering whether Boxing Day is too early to start thinking about Easter.
Shoppers flocked to social media to express their frustration, with many calling the early appearance of hot cross buns “ridiculous.”
‘Can we just enjoy Christmas a little longer before we get bombarded with Easter?’ wrote one upset shopper on Facebook.
Another fumed: “It’s Boxing Day and I’m already seeing hot cross buns.” What’s next? Christmas trees in July?
A third added: “I love the hot cross bun but this is getting out of hand.” Let’s breathe!’
“No wonder life feels like it’s going too fast,” one mother wrote. “We don’t even get to finish Christmas and Easter comes.”
Australian supermarkets have already stocked their shelves with hot buns and shoppers are furious to see it.
The sight of the sweet fruit-filled buns next to the remains of Christmas puddings has sparked a fierce debate online.
Up to 1.8 million hot cross buns are expected to be sold in the first week alone, however Australians remain divided over which product will be sold on Boxing Day.
For those interested in Easter treats, Woolworths is bringing back its popular limited edition fairy bread hot cross buns ($5.50) with a new recipe, and it still comes with a packet of sprinkles to allow customers to add as many as you want.
And the Australian-inspired flavors don’t end there.
Coles is also reviving its iconic Vegemite and Cheese Hot Cross Buns and indulgent Arnott’s Iced Vovo-inspired buns, both special edition packs priced at $5.50.
Woolies shoppers with a sweet tooth are sure to be lining up for favorites Cadbury Chocolate Brioche ($4.50) and Cadbury Caramilk Hot Cross Buns.
Most other Australian supermarkets, including IGA and Aldi, also offer customers a range of traditional flavours, including fruit scones.
For those who love a traditional Easter treat but want to indulge in something a little more decadent, Woolies has introduced a luxurious twist with a four-pack of richly fruity spicy cross buns, packed with vine fruit, native cinnamon myrtle, spicy cranberries and zest candied and spicy orange.
Other popular flavors include apple cinnamon and plain fruit-free scones.
People are raving about the Vegemite and cheese version of hot cross buns.
Woolies shoppers with a sweet tooth are sure to be lining up for favorites Cadbury Chocolate Brioche ($4.50) and Cadbury Caramilk Hot Cross Buns.
A mother spotted hot cross buns for sale in Queensland on December 20, five days before Christmas.
“The old is not yet born,” one man joked.
‘Already! We haven’t even had Christmas yet. I swear they arrive earlier every year,” wrote another.
But not everyone is so outraged.
‘Can’t wait for the Coles Vegemite and Cheese Hot Cross Buns to come back. They are incredible,’ praised one mother.
‘I don’t care if it’s Boxing Day, I’m running to the shop. Time to stock up and enjoy them with a cup of tea,” one woman wrote.
“Hot cross buns are a year-round staple,” said another.
Easter will be celebrated in Australia on April 20, 2025.