👨‍🍳 Інструкції

1. 1

   In a small bowl, combine warm milk, 1 tablespoon of sugar, and yeast. Let stand for 5-10 minutes until foamy.

   💡 Професійні поради: Ensure milk is warm, not hot, to avoid killing the yeast.
2. 2

   In a large bowl, whisk together flour, remaining sugar, and salt.

3. 3

   Make a well in the center of the dry ingredients. Pour in the yeast mixture, beaten egg, and melted butter. Mix until a shaggy dough forms.

   💡 Професійні поради: Start mixing with a spoon or spatula, then switch to hands.
4. 4

   Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.

   💡 Професійні поради: Add a little more flour if the dough is too sticky, but avoid adding too much.
5. 5

   Place the dough in a lightly oiled bowl, cover with plastic wrap or a damp cloth, and let rise in a warm place for 1-2 hours, or until doubled in size.

   💡 Професійні поради: A slightly warm oven (turned off) is a good place for rising.
6. 6

   Punch down the risen dough and divide it into 12 equal portions. Roll each portion into a ball.

7. 7

   Flatten each ball slightly and spread about 1 tablespoon of jam in the center. Carefully fold the dough over the jam, sealing the edges tightly to form a crescent or roll shape.

   💡 Професійні поради: Ensure the jam is completely enclosed to prevent leakage during baking.
8. 8

   Place the shaped kifle on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, leaving some space between them. Cover and let rise for another 30 minutes.

9. 9

   Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Brush the tops of the kifle with the beaten egg wash.

   💡 Професійні поради: Egg wash gives the kifle a golden-brown sheen.
10. 10

    Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.

11. 11

    Let cool slightly on a wire rack. Dust generously with powdered sugar before serving.