
Pirozhki with dried apples
Description
Delicious pastries for the whole family. The pies are very easy to make. Pay attention to preparing the filling. After you boil the apples, be sure to drain them in a colander and let the broth drain well. If the liquid is not drained properly, the apple filling will be very runny and may leak during baking. It is also worth noting that you can add any spices to the filling to taste. Serve warm or chilled. Perfect with tea.
Instructions
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Step 1

Prepare the necessary ingredients.
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Step 2

Dissolve the yeast in warm water with 1 tsp of sugar from the total amount. Leave for 15 minutes.
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Step 3

In a bowl, mix the flour, 1/4 tsp salt, the remaining sugar, and vanillin.
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Step 4

Add the yeast mixture and softened butter. Start mixing with a spoon. When it becomes difficult to stir, add 2 tbsp of vegetable oil and knead with your hands.
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Step 5

The finished dough will be soft and slightly sticky to the hands. Shape it into a ball and transfer it to a bowl greased with vegetable oil. Cover with a towel and leave it in a warm place for 1 hour to rise.
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Step 6

While the dough is rising, prepare the filling. Rinse the dried apples well. Transfer them to a saucepan. Pour in enough water to completely cover them. Put on the heat and cook until soft, for about half an hour over medium heat.
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Step 7

Drain the cooked apples in a colander. Leave them for a while so the liquid can drain.
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Step 8

Grind the apples into a smooth mixture using a blender or a meat grinder with a fine plate. Add sugar to taste. Stir. The filling is ready.
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Step 9

In an hour, the dough will increase noticeably in size. It is ready for shaping. Punch it down.
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Step 10

Divide the dough into 9–10 parts. Form a small flat cake from each part, place 1.5 tbsp of filling on it.
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Step 11

Form the pirozhki.
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Step 12

Transfer to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Make two cuts on the pies. Cover with a towel and leave for 10 minutes to rise. During this time, preheat the oven to 180 degrees. When the time is up, brush the pies with egg yolk and bake for 20–25 minutes. Take into account the specifics of your oven.
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Step 13

Remove the baked pies from the oven. Transfer them. Let them cool slightly and serve.
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Step 14

The baked goods are ready. Serve with tea.