Bohemian Pastry
Delight in the old-world charm of Bohemian Pastry, a buttery, melt-in-your-mouth treat filled with jam and dusted in powdered sugar. This traditional European pastry recipe combines a rich, yeasted dough—made with a blend of all-purpose flour, butter, and warm milk—with a luscious filling of fruit preserves, such as apricot or raspberry, for a burst of sweetness in every bite. The dough is kneaded to perfection, shaped into delicate rounds, and baked to golden perfection before being topped with a light sprinkling of sugar. Perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon snack, these jam-filled pastries are as beautiful as they are satisfying. With just 30 minutes of prep time and simple, pantry-staple ingredients, this recipe is an easy yet impressive addition to any table. Let the irresistible aroma of freshly baked Bohemian Pastry transport you to a cozy European bakery!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups All-purpose flour
- 1 cup Unsalted butter
- 3 tablespoons Granulated sugar
- 2.25 teaspoons Active dry yeast
- 1.5 cups Whole milk
- 3 Egg yolks
- 1 teaspoon Vanilla extract
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 cup Jam or fruit preserves (e.g., apricot, raspberry)
- 2 tablespoons Powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons Warm water
Instructions
In a small bowl, combine the warm water and active dry yeast. Stir gently and let sit for 5 minutes until foamy.
In a medium saucepan, heat the milk over low heat until just warm to the touch (about 110°F). Remove from heat.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, granulated sugar, and salt. Mix well.
Cut the butter into small cubes and add to the flour mixture. Use a pastry cutter or your fingers to incorporate the butter into the flour until it resembles coarse crumbs.
In a separate small bowl, whisk together the egg yolks, warm milk, vanilla extract, and the yeast mixture.
Gradually pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients while mixing with a wooden spoon or a stand mixer fitted with a dough hook. Continue mixing until a soft, slightly sticky dough forms.
Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 5 minutes until smooth. Shape into a ball.
Place the dough in a lightly greased bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let rise in a warm spot for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Line two baking sheets with parchment paper.
Punch down the dough and divide it into 12 equal portions. Roll each portion into a ball.
Flatten each ball slightly and place on the prepared baking sheets. Use your thumb or the back of a spoon to create a small well in the center of each pastry.
Fill each well with about 1 teaspoon of jam or fruit preserves.
Bake the pastries in the preheated oven for 18-20 minutes, or until the edges are golden brown.
Remove from the oven and let cool completely on a wire rack.
Dust the cooled pastries with powdered sugar before serving. Enjoy!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
3429 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 126.2 g | 162% | |
| Saturated Fat | 68.3 g | 342% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 845 mg | 282% | |
| Sodium | 1401 mg | 61% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 504.2 g | 183% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.7 g | 56% | |
| Total Sugars | 117.2 g | ||
| Protein | 73.2 g | 146% | |
| Vitamin D | 5.4 mcg | 27% | |
| Calcium | 623 mg | 48% | |
| Iron | 24.6 mg | 137% | |
| Potassium | 1415 mg | 30% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
