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Good Food's Easter taste test 2021: Hot cross buns, chocolate eggs and vegan-friendly treats

Easter needs hot cross buns like Christmas needs gravy. The nation clutches its collective pearls every year when supermarkets start selling the buns on Boxing Day, but that fake outrage has become as vital to HCB tradition as slathering them with a level of butter usually only found in French kitchens.We've rated four leading bun brands below, scoffed on the day of baking and tested for flavour, texture, appearance and aroma.Treasure hunt eggs are also essential for Easter celebrations, whether you're hiding them in a backyard or eating them straight from the bag. Good Food scored four common brands for texture and flavour, plus how long each egg can maintain its shape without melting at the first sight of sun.This year's taste test also includes vegan and dairy-free chocolate. Mercifully, we've come a long way since carob.