Kete - Baking Traditional Azerbaijani Sweets with Hazelnut | Village Life

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil provides a dairy-free option while maintaining richness.

ground nuts

🥗Healthier: ground oats

💰Cheaper: ground sunflower seeds

Ground oats provide a similar texture with less cost.

Mix flour, sugar, and salt in a large bowl.

Melt butter and let it cool slightly before adding.

Dissolve yeast in warm water and add to the flour mixture.

Add melted butter, egg, and vanilla extract to the mixture.

Knead the dough until smooth and elastic, about 5-7 minutes.

Cover the dough with a cloth and let it rise in a warm place until doubled in size, about 1 hour.

Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).

Divide the dough into equal portions and roll each into a circle.

Spread a layer of ground nuts and cinnamon on half of each circle.

Fold the other half over and seal the edges by pressing down.

Place the filled dough on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Brush the tops with milk for a golden finish.

Bake until golden brown, about 20-25 minutes.

Remove from the oven and let cool slightly.

Dust with powdered sugar before serving.

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