Latvian buns with jam
Description
Perfectly suitable for tea and coffee. I'll introduce you to it. Can be served with tea or coffee.
Instructions
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Step 1
In a bowl, mix 175 ml of water with 1 teaspoon of sugar and the yeast. Let the starter sit covered for an hour at room temperature.
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Step 2
Add flour, the remaining water, salt, oil for the dough, and sugar to the sponge. Knead the dough. Let it also rise in a warm place for 1-1.5 hours. A slightly warm oven or microwave works best.
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Step 3
When the dough has doubled in size, gently press it down, folding the edges toward the center.
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Step 4
Divide the dough into 12 equal parts. Roll them into balls. Let them rest for 5 minutes.
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Step 5
Shape the buns by placing 2 teaspoons of jam in the center of each flatbread. Seal the side edges together in the center. Let the buns rise for another 50 minutes.
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Step 6
Now make the streusel. Rub the flour with sugar and butter. Brush the buns with beaten egg, then sprinkle them with streusel.
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Step 7
Bake the buns at 200 degrees for 15 minutes in the oven.