Bosanski Kifli sa Višnjama (Bosnian Cherry Rolls)
Soft, slightly sweet yeast rolls filled with a vibrant cherry and walnut mixture, often enjoyed as a breakfast treat or a sweet snack.
🧂 Ingredients
- 500 g All-purpose flour(plus more for dusting)
- 250 ml Warm milk
- 7 g Active dry yeast
- 75 g Granulated sugar(divided)
- 2 large Eggs
- 50 g Butter(melted)
- 1 tsp Salt
- 300 g Sour cherries(pitted and drained (fresh or frozen))
- 100 g Walnuts(chopped)
- 1 tsp Lemon zest
- 1 for wash Egg yolk
- 1 tbsp Milk(for wash)
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Activate the yeast: In a small bowl, combine warm milk, 1 teaspoon of sugar, and the yeast. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
- 2
In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, remaining sugar, eggs, melted butter, salt, and the activated yeast mixture. Mix until a soft, slightly sticky dough forms.
- 3
Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 1-1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
- 4
While the dough rises, prepare the filling: In a bowl, combine the pitted cherries, chopped walnuts, lemon zest, and 1 tablespoon of sugar. Mix well.
- 5
Punch down the risen dough and roll it out into a large rectangle (about 30x40 cm) on a lightly floured surface.
- 6
Spread the cherry and walnut filling evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
- 7
Roll up the dough tightly from the long side to form a log. Cut the log into 12 equal slices.
- 8
Place the slices, cut-side up, into a greased baking dish or individual muffin tins. Cover and let them rise for another 20-30 minutes.
- 9
Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Whisk together the egg yolk and milk for the wash. Brush the tops of the rolls with the egg wash.
- 10
Bake for 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Ensure your milk is warm, not hot, to avoid killing the yeast.
- ✓If using frozen cherries, thaw them completely and drain excess liquid to prevent a soggy filling.
- ✓For a richer flavor, you can add a pinch of cinnamon to the cherry filling.
🔄 Variations
- Use other fruits like plums or apricots.
- Add a tablespoon of rum or cherry liqueur to the filling for an adult twist.