Apple-honey tartlets
6 servings
90 minutes
Apple-honey twists are a cozy pastry from Russian cuisine infused with the aromas of home comfort. This recipe traces back to ancient Slavic traditions when apples and honey were symbols of prosperity and abundance. The soft yeast dough enriched with butter and warm milk takes on a subtle caramel hue from the honey, while cinnamon adds a light spicy note. The twists tied in knots resemble amulets used in Russian folk customs. They are delightful to break apart by hand, enjoying their airy texture and sweet, slightly spicy flavor. Perfect for breakfast or evening tea time, especially with a cup of fragrant tea or milk. Sprinkled with powdered sugar, they become a true culinary masterpiece that warms the soul.
1
Mix yeast with warm milk, honey, and grated apple (with its juice), whisking together. Add soft butter, sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Stir in the sifted flour.
- Dry yeast: 1 tablespoon
- Milk: 1 glass
- Honey: 1 teaspoon
- Apple: 1 piece
- Butter: 2 tablespoons
- Sugar: 2 tablespoons
- Cinnamon: 1 teaspoon
- Salt: 0.5 teaspoon
- Wheat flour: 3 glasss
2
Knead until smooth. Form a ball from the dough, place it in a bowl, cover with a napkin, and let the dough rise for about an hour; it should double in size.
3
After the dough rises, transfer it to a floured table. Roll the dough into a rope and cut it into 12 pieces. Roll each piece into a rope and tie it in a double knot.
- Wheat flour: 3 glasss
4
Place the rolls on a baking sheet, cover with a napkin, and let rise for about 30 minutes.
5
Bake in a preheated oven at 180 degrees for 30 minutes.
6
Sprinkle the finished spirals with powdered sugar.
- Sugar: 2 tablespoons