Cherry Buns
5 servings
90 minutes
Cherry buns are a delicate treat of Russian cuisine, infused with the aromas of childhood and comfort. Their history traces back to traditional home recipes where sweet dough and juicy berries unite in a harmony of flavor. The airy yeast dough, soft and slightly sweet, highlights the bright tartness of the cherry filling, creating an exquisite contrast. Subtle notes of vanilla sugar add warmth and sweetness to the buns, making them a perfect complement to morning tea or a cozy family dinner. Baked to a golden crust, they have a tender texture that melts in your mouth, leaving a pleasant aftertaste. Cherry buns can be served with a cup of hot cocoa or light cream to enhance their rich flavor. This dessert embodies the warmth and joy of home that invariably brings pleasure.
1
Prepare all necessary ingredients.
2
Add milk, yeast, and sugar (20 g) to the bowl.
- Milk: 200 ml
- Fresh yeast: 15 g
- Sugar: 120 g
3
Mix
4
Add flour (200 g).
- Wheat flour: 400 g
5
Mix and let the dough rest for 20 minutes.
6
In a bowl, mash the soft butter, sugar (30 g), vanilla sugar, and a pinch of salt.
- Butter: 50 g
- Sugar: 120 g
- Vanilla sugar: 1 teaspoon
- Salt: pinch
7
Add eggs and mix.
- Chicken egg: 2 pieces
8
Transfer the dough starter.
9
Add flour (200 g) and knead the dough.
- Wheat flour: 400 g
10
Place the dough in a bag and leave it for 30 minutes.
11
Mix the cherries with starch and sugar (70 g).
- Cherry (sour): 300 g
- Cornstarch: 15 g
- Sugar: 120 g
12
Roll out the dough to a thickness of 2-3 mm.
13
Cut out a square approximately 10x10 cm.
14
Make cuts.
15
Collapse.
16
Lay out the filling.
17
Bake in an oven preheated to 180 degrees for 20 minutes.
