Yeast fingers
Description
The baked goods come together simply and quickly. Homemade “fingers” turn out very soft and airy and vanish from the table like sunflower seeds. They’re easy to make, and the list of ingredients you need is utterly straightforward—you’ll almost certainly find everything in any kitchen. If you like, you can add cinnamon or citrus zest to the sugar, or roll a filling into the fingers. Today mine is the simple sugar version, which both kids and adults will enjoy. Add this recipe to your repertoire—the treat is unbeatable. You can serve it with tea or coffee.
Instructions
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Step 1
Prepare all the ingredients according to the list. Melt the butter and let it cool slightly. The milk should be warm.
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Step 2
Combine milk, yeast and sugar. Stir and leave for 10 minutes.
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Step 3
Then add melted butter and eggs.
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Step 4
Mix and add the flour in portions.
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Step 5
Knead a soft, elastic dough that doesn’t stick to your hands.
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Step 6
Divide the dough into two parts. Roll each into a circle no more than 30 cm in diameter. Cut into segments, like a pizza. The narrower the pieces, the smaller the rugelach will be. If you want them larger, cut into fewer pieces than I did.
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Step 7
Coat each piece on both sides in sugar and shape into a crescent roll, rolling from the wide end toward the narrow end.
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Step 8
Place the shaped pieces on a parchment-lined baking sheet, cover with a towel, and let rest for 20–25 minutes.
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Step 9
Then bake in an oven preheated to 180°C for 15–20 minutes.
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Step 10
The yeast fingers are ready. Serve right away. They’re especially good with cold milk or cocoa.
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Step 11
Ready. Serve at the table.