Name: Delicate pastries made without proofing, with a luxuriously delicate flavor
Prep time: 45 min
Cook time: 45 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 6
Ingredients: 300 g all-purpose flour; 150 g butter (softened); 75 g granulated sugar; 75 ml milk (lukewarm); 3 eggs (2 yolks for the dough + 1 egg white for brushing); 20 g yeast (fresh); a pinch of salt; grated zest of 1 lemon; filling to taste (poppy seed, curd, jam, etc.)

Delicate pastries made without proofing, with a luxuriously delicate flavor

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Delicate pastries made without proofing, with a luxuriously delicate flavor recept

Easy to prepare
6 portions
45 minutes

Jan, 19. 12. 2025

Looking for a quick and excellent dessert to go with coffee or tea? These delicate pastries with a gentle filling of your choice will be loved by the whole family. Thanks to using a pre-ferment you don’t have to proof the dough for long, yet the result will be a perfectly airy and buttery flaky pastry.

For 6 portions

Ingredients

300 g all-purpose flour
150 g butter (softened)
75 g granulated sugar
75 ml milk (lukewarm)
3 eggs (2 yolks for the dough + 1 egg white for brushing)
20 g yeast (fresh)
a pinch of salt
grated zest of 1 lemon
filling to taste (poppy seed, curd, jam, etc.)

Preparation procedure

Preparation of the starter Sprinkle a tablespoon of sugar into the lukewarm milk and crumble the yeast. Leave for 5–10 minutes in a warm place, until the starter begins to foam.
Dough In a bowl, whisk the yolks with the sugar until pale and foamy, stir in the softened butter and grated lemon zest. Add the prepared starter, salt and gradually beat in the sifted flour while mixing. Work into a smooth dough.
Resting the dough Cover the dough with a cloth and let it rest for 10 minutes (no long proofing needed).
Shaping the pastries On a floured work surface, roll the dough into a sheet about 0.5 cm thick. Cut squares with sides of 8–10 cm. Put a teaspoon of the chosen filling in the center of each and fold the corners into the center to form a little parcel.
Brushing and baking Place the pastries on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Brush them lightly with the beaten egg white. Bake in a preheated oven at 180 °C (convection 160 °C) for 15 minutes until golden.
Finishing While still warm, dust the pastries with powdered sugar. Let them cool slightly and serve.

Total preparation time

Starter preparation: 10 minutes
Dough preparation and shaping: 20 minutes
Short dough rest: 10 minutes
Baking: 15 minutes
Total active: 45 minutes (+ 10 minutes cooling)

Conclusion

These delicate pastries represent the ideal compromise between quick preparation and the delicate taste of traditional homemade baked goods. Whipped cream, poppy seed filling or fruit jam in a rich buttery dough will satisfy every sweet tooth. Try them yourself and discover your favorite flavor.

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