👨‍🍳 Інструкції

1. 1

   Make the dough: Combine flour and salt in a bowl. Add the egg yolk and gradually pour in warm water, mixing until a soft, pliable dough forms. Knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth.

   💡 Професійні поради: The dough should not be sticky.
2. 2

   Cover the dough with a damp cloth and let it rest for 20 minutes.

3. 3

   Prepare the filling: Mix ground walnuts, sugar, toasted breadcrumbs, and cinnamon in a bowl.

   💡 Професійні поради: Toast breadcrumbs lightly in a dry pan until golden.
4. 4

   Roll out the dough thinly on a floured surface into a rectangular shape.

   💡 Професійні поради: Aim for a thickness of about 2-3 mm.
5. 5

   Spread the walnut filling evenly over the dough, leaving a small border on the edges.

   💡 Професійні поради: Press the filling gently into the dough.
6. 6

   Carefully roll up the dough from one long side to form a log, similar to a Swiss roll. Pinch the seam to seal.

   💡 Професійні поради: Roll tightly to prevent the filling from escaping.
7. 7

   Cut the log into slices about 3-4 cm thick.

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   Bring a large pot of lightly salted water to a boil. Gently place the štruklji into the boiling water.

   💡 Професійні поради: Do not overcrowd the pot; cook in batches if necessary.
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   Simmer for about 15-20 minutes, or until the štruklji float to the surface and are cooked through.

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    Remove the štruklji from the water with a slotted spoon. Brush them with melted butter.

    💡 Професійні поради: Serve immediately.
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    Serve warm, drizzled with extra melted butter and a dusting of powdered sugar.

    💡 Професійні поради: Some also enjoy them with a dollop of sour cream or a fruit compote.