There’s something purely magical about biting into a warm, fluffy bun bursting with sweet cherry goodness—it’s like a hug for your taste buds. Imagine a lazy Sunday morning, with the aroma of these delightful buns wafting through the air, mingling with the sounds of your favorite playlist. Life might be chaotic, but these little treasures offer a momentary escape into cozy simplicity.
Steps
- Combine warm milk with yeast in a mixer bowl and let it sit for 5-7 minutes. Add 1 cup of flour and 1/4 cup sugar, whisk until smooth, and allow it to rise at room temperature for 30 minutes.
- Mix in 3 eggs, 12 tablespoons of melted butter, the remaining 3/4 cup sugar, and 1 teaspoon vanilla.
- Gradually incorporate the flour, half a cup at a time, using a dough hook on low speed for a total of 15 minutes. The dough should become smooth and elastic, sticking slightly but not adhering to your hands.
- Transfer the dough to a large bowl and let it rise for about 2 hours until it triples in size.
- While the dough rises, pit the cherries.
- Shape the dough into a log on a non-stick surface and divide it into six equal portions.
- Roll out each piece into a circle measuring 13-14 inches in diameter.
- Slice each circle into 8 equal triangles using a pizza cutter.
- Sprinkle 1/2 teaspoon of sugar in the center of each triangle.
- Place 3-4 cherries on top of the sugar.
- Pinch the edges of the triangle over the cherries and seal them completely to prevent leakage.
- Fold the next two corners toward the center and roll them forward to ensure a tight seal.
- Preheat the oven to 360°F and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Arrange the buns on the sheet, keeping them 1/2 inch apart, and let them rise for 30 minutes to 1 hour.
- Bake the buns for 20-25 minutes until they turn golden brown. Immediately brush them with a mixture of 2 tablespoons water and 1 rounded tablespoon sugar before serving.
Ingredients
- 2 cups warm milk
- 1 1/3 tablespoons active dry yeast
- 6 1/2 cups plus 1 tablespoon bleached all-purpose Canadian flour
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 1/2 sticks of butter (12 tablespoons), melted (can be salted or unsalted)
- 3 eggs
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 4 cups pitted cherries or berries (or a tvorog cheese filling)
- Approximately 1/2 cup sugar
- 2 tablespoons water
- 1 rounded tablespoon sugar
FAQ
- What is the secret ingredient for making the best buchty?
- The secret ingredient is Canadian flour. It provides a unique texture that makes the buns exceptionally soft and delicious compared to other types of flour like bleached all-purpose or cake flour.
- Can I use regular all-purpose flour instead of Canadian flour?
- Yes, you can use regular bleached all-purpose flour, but the result might not be as outstanding. You will need about 7 cups if you choose this type of flour.
- How do I ensure that the cherry juice doesn’t leak during baking?
- To prevent the cherry juice from leaking, make sure to tightly seal the dough edges over the cherries, ensuring a secure closure to the base and front.
- Where can I purchase Canadian flour?
- Canadian flour is available at stores like Cash and Carry, Winco (under the honey dispensers), and reportedly at Sam’s Club. If you find it elsewhere, sharing that information would be appreciated!
- How long do I need to let the dough rise?
- After initially mixing the dough, let it rise for approximately 2 hours until it triples in volume. Once shaped, allow the piroshki to rise for an additional 30 minutes to 1 hour before baking.
Tips
- Choose the Right Flour: For the best results, consider using Canadian flour. While all-purpose flour works adequately, Canadian flour tends to yield exceptionally soft and delicious buns, making it worth seeking out.
- Ensure Proper Dough Consistency: When mixing the dough, add the flour gradually and stop once the dough is smooth and elastic. It should be slightly sticky but not cling to your hands.
- Seal the Buns Well: Pinch the edges of each triangle tightly to prevent cherry juice from leaking during baking. A well-sealed bun will maintain its filling and shape better.
- Optimal Rising Conditions: Allow the dough to rise in a warm environment to expedite the process. Placing it in a warm spot or outside in the shade on a hot day can help it achieve the desired volume more quickly.
Equipment
- Sweet Cherry Filled Buns, here is a list of main equipment you might need to purchase and can typically find on Amazon:
- Electric Mixer with Dough Hook Attachment – Essential for mixing the dough thoroughly.
- Cherry Pitter – Useful for pitting cherries efficiently, especially for large quantities.
- Non-stick Surface or Silicone Baking Mat – Helpful for rolling out dough without sticking.
- Pizza Cutter – Used to cut the dough into triangles.
- Large Baking Sheet – To bake the buns; ensure it can accommodate the quantity specified.
- Parchment Paper – Used to line the baking sheet for easy removal of baked buns.
