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Ingredients
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Dough Ingredients
Filling Ingredients
Topping Ingredients
Method
Dough Preparation
- 1
Activate Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm milk and active dry yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy.
- 2
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, and salt.
- 3
- 4
Knead the Dough
Transfer the dough onto a floured surface and knead for about 8-10 minutes until it is smooth and elastic.
- 5
First Rise
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Filling Preparation
- 6
Prepare Cream Cheese Filling
In a medium bowl, mix the cream cheese, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract until smooth and well combined.
Assembling the Pastries
- 7
Shape the Dough
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out on a floured surface to about 1/4 inch thickness.
- 8
Cut the Dough
Cut the rolled dough into squares or circles, about 4 inches in size.
- 9
Fill the Pastries
Place a spoonful of the cream cheese filling and a teaspoon of fruit jam in the center of each piece of dough.
- 10
Seal the Pastries
Fold the dough over the filling to form a triangle or half-moon shape. Press the edges to seal tightly.
- 11
Second Rise
Place the assembled pastries on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Cover and let them rise for an additional 30 minutes.
Baking the Pastries
- 12
Preheat the Oven
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
- 13
- 14
Bake the Pastries
Bake in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes or until golden brown.
- 15
Cool and Dust
Allow the pastries to cool slightly before dusting with powdered sugar.