These Sweet Jam-Filled Rolls, traditionally known as Buchteln, are a delightful European pastry that combines soft, fluffy yeast dough with the sweet tanginess of jam. Served with a rich vanilla sauce, this dessert offers a perfect blend of comforting warmth and indulgent flavors. The process involves preparing a yeast dough, letting it rise, and then filling each piece with jam before baking to golden perfection.
Why You'll Love This: If you enjoy exploring different culinary traditions and love the combination of bread and sweet fillings, these rolls are a real treat. Their pillowy texture, combined with the richness of the jam and creamy vanilla sauce, makes for a satisfying dessert or snack. They're also versatile, allowing you to use any jam of your preference, from apricot to raspberry or even plum.
Perfect Occasion: These jam-filled rolls are ideal for a cozy family brunch, afternoon tea, or as a warming dessert on a chilly evening. They're also perfect for festive occasions like Christmas or Easter when you want to offer something special and comforting to your guests.
Decoration Tips:
- Dust the freshly baked rolls with powdered sugar for a beautiful, snowy appearance.
- Serve them in an attractive dish with a generous amount of warm vanilla sauce either poured over or served alongside for dipping.
- Add a sprig of mint or a few fresh berries on the side for a touch of color and freshness.
Ingredients:
- 1/2 cube of yeast
- 220g lukewarm milk
- 100g sugar
- 80g soft butter
- 2 eggs
- 600g flour
- A pinch of salt
- Jam of your choice for filling
- Egg yolk for brushing
Vanilla Sauce:
- Ingredients and recipe for a simple vanilla sauce can be added upon request.
- Prepare the Yeast Mixture:
- Dissolve the yeast in the lukewarm milk and mix with the sugar. Let the mixture sit for about 5 minutes to activate the yeast.
- Make the Dough:
- Add the soft butter, eggs, flour, and a pinch of salt to the yeast mixture. Knead the ingredients together until you have a smooth, elastic dough.
- Cover the dough and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour until it doubles in size.
- Form the Rolls:
- After the dough has risen, take spoonfuls of the dough, flatten each piece, and place a dollop of your favorite jam in the center.
- Close the dough around the filling, forming a sealed ball.
- Place the filled dough balls into a greased baking dish, ensuring they are close together. Cover and let them rise again for about 30 minutes.
- Bake:
- Preheat your oven to 175°C (347°F).
- Brush the tops of the rolls with beaten egg yolk for a golden finish.
- Bake in the oven for about 30 minutes or until they are golden brown.
- Serve:
- Serve the warm rolls with vanilla sauce. The sauce can either be poured over the rolls or served on the side for dipping.
Enjoy these warm, fluffy Sweet Jam-Filled Rolls with a delicious vanilla sauce, a perfect treat that brings a taste of European pastry tradition into your home.