Croissants with Sesame Seeds (Kifli) Macedonian Cheese Rolls

Croissants originated in Austria and were introduced to France in the 19th century, where they became popular and synonymous with French cuisine.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 110 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 9.

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Croissants with Sesame Seeds (Kifli) Macedonian Cheese Rolls

Cooking Method: Baking Cuisine: Macedonian Courses: Bakery, Breakfast Recipe Keys: Vegetarian

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 30 min Cook Time 20 min Rest Time 60 min Total Time 1 hr 50 mins

Servings: 12 Calories: 3000

Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Servings

• 500 gram All-purpose flour
• 250 gram Unsalted butter
• 200 gram Macedonian cheese
• 50 gram Sesame seeds
• 10 gram Yeast
• 1 cup Milk
• 2 unit Eggs
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 1 teaspoon Sugar

Instructions

1. In a bowl, dissolve yeast in warm milk with sugar. Let it sit for 5 minutes.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and salt. Cut in the butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
3. Add the yeast mixture and eggs to the flour mixture. Mix until the dough comes together.
4. Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 5 minutes, until smooth and elastic.
5. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise for 1 hour.
6. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
7. Divide the dough into 12 equal portions. Roll each portion into a thin circle.
8. Sprinkle Macedonian cheese and sesame seeds on each circle.
9. Roll the dough into a crescent shape, starting from the wider end.
10. Place the rolls on the prepared baking sheet and let them rest for 10 minutes.
11. Bake for 20 minutes, or until golden brown.
12. Serve warm and enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Servings 12

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Amount Per Serving

Calories 250kcal

% Daily Value *

Total Fat 15g24%

Total Carbohydrate 20g7%

Sugars 2g

Protein 8g16%

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* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.