Ingredients:
For the Dough:
- 20g fresh yeast (0.7 oz) or 5g dry yeast (0.18 oz).
- 100ml lukewarm milk (0.42 US cups).
- 3 tablespoons sugar.
- 160g Type 405 flour (5.6 oz).
- 160g Type 550 flour (5.6 oz).
- 40ml vegetable oil (2.7 tablespoons).
- 1 egg.
- A pinch of salt.
For the Fresh Cheese Filling:
- 500g quark or cottage cheese (17.6 oz).
- 2 egg yolks.
- 1 tablespoon powdered sugar.
- 1 tablespoon vanilla sugar.
- 70g powdered sugar (2.5 oz).
- 70g all-purpose flour (2.5 oz).
- 50g butter (1.8 oz).
- All-purpose flour.
- 50g butter (approximately 1.8 oz).
- Apricot jam.
- Colorful decorations.
Instructions:
Preparing the Dough:
- Dissolve the yeast in lukewarm milk. Add a tablespoon of sugar and let it rest for a few minutes.
- In a large bowl, mix the flours, remaining sugar, oil, egg, and a pinch of salt. Then, incorporate the yeast mixture.
- Knead the dough until it’s smooth and elastic. Cover and let it rest in a warm place until it doubles in size.
Preparing the Fresh Cheese Filling:
- Mix the quark (or cottage cheese) with the egg yolks, powdered sugar, vanilla sugar, additional powdered sugar, and flour.
- Add the melted butter and mix until you achieve a homogeneous mixture.
Assembly:
- Divide the dough into equal portions and shape them into flat circles. Place a tablespoon of the fresh cheese filling in the center of each circle.
- Fold the edges of the dough to form small packets. Place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
- Let them rest for a few minutes, then brush the packets with the melted butter.
- Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (356°F) for about 15 minutes or until golden brown.
Tips:
- Ensure the yeast is properly activated before adding it to the dough.
- Avoid letting the dough rest in an overly warm place to prevent excessive rising.
- Experiment with different types of jams or fruits for varied and personalized flavors.
- Sprinkle powdered sugar or colorful decorations once baked for an appealing presentation.
