Poppy Seed Buns with Glaze
5 servings
60 minutes
Poppy seed buns with glaze are a classic Russian treat filled with the rich flavor of poppy seeds and airy dough. Their history is rooted in ancient Russian baking traditions where poppy was used as a symbol of prosperity and well-being. The delicate yeast dough soaked in milky softness combined with aromatic poppy filling creates an amazing balance of flavors. The glaze adds a special sweetness and appetizing shine to the buns, making them an integral part of cozy tea time. These buns are perfect with hot tea or coffee, and their softness and sweetness make them a favorite treat for the whole family.
1
Prepare all the necessary ingredients.
2
Pour boiling water over the poppy seeds and simmer for 20 minutes.
- Poppy seeds: 150 g
3
Add yeast, an egg, and melted butter (30 grams) to the milk.
- Milk: 200 ml
- Fresh yeast: 15 g
- Chicken egg: 2 pieces
- Butter: 60 g
4
Mix
5
Add flour.
- Wheat flour: 350 g
6
Knead the dough.
7
Drain the water from the poppy.
8
Add butter (30 grams), sugar, egg white.
- Butter: 60 g
- Sugar: 40 g
- Chicken egg: 2 pieces
9
Mix
10
Roll out the dough to a thickness of 3-4 mm and add the filling.
11
Roll it up and slice.
12
Place on a baking sheet and brush with egg yolk.
- Chicken egg: 2 pieces
13
Bake in an oven preheated to 180 degrees for 25 minutes.
14
For the glaze, mix powdered sugar with water until liquid. Drizzle over the buns.
- Icing sugar: 50 g
