Description
Strawberry Cheesecake Vatrushka Buns are a delightful fusion of fluffy dough and creamy strawberry cheesecake filling, perfect for any occasion. Enjoy these irresistible treats warm or cold!
Ingredients
- All-Purpose Flour
- Active Dry Yeast
- Granulated Sugar
- Warm Milk
- Unsalted Butter
- Cream Cheese
- Fresh Strawberries
- Eggs
- Vanilla Extract
- Powdered Sugar
Instructions
- Prepare the Dough: Combine warm milk, sugar, and yeast in a bowl. Let sit until frothy (5-10 minutes). Gradually mix in flour and softened butter until a sticky dough forms. Knead on a floured surface for 5-7 minutes and place in an oiled bowl to rise (about 1 hour).
- Make the Filling: Beat cream cheese until smooth, then mix in sugar, vanilla extract, and chopped strawberries.
- Shape the Buns: Punch down risen dough, divide into balls, flatten each, add filling, and pinch edges together.
- Bake: Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C). Place buns on parchment-lined baking sheets and bake for 20-25 minutes until golden brown.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Russian
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 9g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 3g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
Keywords: Swap strawberries for blueberries or raspberries for different flavors. Add lemon zest to the filling for a refreshing twist. Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to three days.