Description
Experience the delightful flavors of Wild Blueberry Ricotta Sweet Buns, a Slavic-inspired treat known as Vatruschka Buns. These fluffy, sweet buns are filled with creamy ricotta and juicy wild blueberries, making them perfect for breakfast or a sweet snack. Enjoy these decadent treats that will transport you to a cozy kitchen under a tin roof.
Ingredients
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- 2 ½ cups all-purpose flour
- 1 packet (2 ¼ tsp) active dry yeast
- ⅓ cup milk, warm
- ¼ cup sugar
- 1 large egg
- ½ cup ricotta cheese
- 1 cup wild blueberries (fresh or frozen)
- ½ tsp salt
- ¼ cup unsalted butter, melted
- Honey for drizzling (optional)
Instructions
- Combine warm milk and yeast in a mixing bowl; let sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
- Add flour, sugar, egg, and salt; stir until dough forms.
- Incorporate melted butter and ricotta; knead on a floured surface for 5-7 minutes until smooth.
- Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled.
- Punch down dough and let rest for 10 minutes.
- Roll out dough and cut into squares. Place wild blueberries in the center, fold, and pinch to seal.
- Arrange on a baking tray; let rise for 30 minutes.
- Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C) and bake for 15-20 minutes until golden.
- Drizzle with honey if desired.
Notes
- Store buns in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days.
- For longer storage, freeze for up to 2 months, wrapped tightly.
- Serve warm or at room temperature for best flavor.
- Enhance with whipped cream or a sprinkle of powdered sugar.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Baking
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Slavic
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bun
- Calories: 200 Kcal
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 150mg
- Fat: 8g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 20mg