Description
Polish cheese buns, known as Drożdżówki z serem, are soft, sweet buns filled with creamy cheese. They are often enjoyed for breakfast or as a snack in Poland.
Ingredients
- 2 1/4 teaspoons active dry yeast (1 packet)
- 1/2 cup warm milk (110°F)
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, softened
- 2 large eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/4 cup sour cream or plain yogurt
- 1 1/2 cups twaróg cheese (or ricotta)
- 1/4 cup powdered sugar
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 egg yolk
- 1 tablespoon melted butter
- 1 egg (for egg wash)
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine the warm milk, yeast, and sugar. Stir until dissolved and let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until the yeast becomes frothy.
- In a large bowl, mix the flour and salt. Add the butter, eggs, vanilla extract, sour cream, and the yeast mixture.
- Knead the dough until it becomes smooth and elastic, about 5-7 minutes.
- Cover the dough with a clean kitchen towel and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 to 1 1/2 hours or until it has doubled in size.
- In a medium bowl, combine the twaróg cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, egg yolk, and melted butter. Mix well until smooth and creamy.
- Once the dough has risen, punch it down to release the air. Divide the dough into 10-12 equal pieces.
- Roll each piece into a ball, then flatten it slightly into a small round shape (about 3 inches in diameter).
- Using your fingers, create a small indentation in the center of each dough round to hold the cheese filling.
- Spoon a generous amount of the cheese mixture into the center of each flattened dough round.
- Gently fold up the sides of the dough around the cheese filling, pinching the dough together to form a bun.
- Place the filled buns on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Cover them with a clean towel and let them rise for another 30 minutes.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Brush each bun with the beaten egg.
- Bake the buns for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown on top and cooked through.
- Once baked, remove the buns from the oven and let them cool slightly. Optionally, sprinkle powdered sugar on top before serving.
Notes
- Use twaróg cheese for the most authentic flavor, but ricotta can be used as a substitute.
- If you prefer a sweeter filling, adjust the amount of powdered sugar to taste.
- You can freeze the buns after baking; just reheat them in the oven before serving.
- Prep Time: 2 hours
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Bakery
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Polish