Pumpkin pies
12 servings
120 minutes
Pumpkin pies are a cozy and delicate treat of Russian cuisine, filled with the warmth of the autumn harvest. The history of this recipe is rooted in the traditions of home baking, where pumpkin, a favorite product of Slavs, gave the dough softness and rich flavor. The dough made with whey and pumpkin puree turns out airy and aromatic, while the filling is velvety and sweet with a hint of caramel. The glaze of dark chocolate with cognac adds sophistication to the pies, making them a true dessert. Pumpkin pies pair perfectly with tea or coffee, providing a sense of comfort and family warmth. They can be served on festive tables, enjoying the richness of flavor and texture in every bite. This baking awakens pleasant memories of grandmother's recipes and home evenings filled with the aroma of fresh pastries.
1
First, turn on the oven to 200 degrees.
2
For the test: slightly warm the whey in a pot, add yeast, sugar, 1 tablespoon of flour and let it sit for 5 minutes. Then add eggs, oil and pumpkin puree, mix well. Add flour (to a soft, non-sticky dough consistency) and knead the dough.
- Serum: 200 ml
- Dry yeast: 2.5 teaspoons
- Sugar: 1 glass
- Chicken egg: 2 pieces
- Vegetable oil: 2 tablespoons
- Pumpkin puree: 600 g
- Salt: pinch
3
Cover with a lid and leave in a warm place for half an hour.
4
For the filling: melt the butter, add it and sugar to the puree. Whisk cold water with starch and pour it into the puree. Whisk well, place on medium heat and cook until thickened. After cooking, cool in the refrigerator.
- Butter: 20 g
- Pumpkin puree: 600 g
- Sugar: 1 glass
- Water: 80 ml
- Cornstarch: 50 g
5
For the glaze: break the chocolate into pieces and place in a bowl, pour in milk and butter. Heat over medium heat, stirring constantly, until a smooth consistency is reached. Once the mixture cools down, add cognac and sour cream, and mix.
- Dark chocolate: 100 g
- Milk: 50 ml
- Butter: 20 g
- Cognac: 1 tablespoon
- Sour cream: 3 tablespoons
6
When the dough has risen, knead it and add flour if needed. Divide the dough into pieces (long like sausages), roll each into a flat shape, sprinkle with sugar, spread with filling, and roll into a log.
- Sugar: 1 glass
7
Cut the roll into pieces and place them on a baking sheet with the cut side up, close together. Brush each piece with sour cream and put it in the oven at 200 degrees on the top rack until cooked. Once the buns are ready, let them cool slightly and glaze each one.
- Sour cream: 3 tablespoons