Baking ARMENIAN GATA Bread + HUGE Feast in Armenia's Little Switzerland | Dilijan, Armenia

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil offers a dairy-free option while margarine can be more affordable.

ground walnuts

🥗Healthier: ground almonds

💰Cheaper: ground pecans

Ground almonds provide similar texture and flavor, while pecans are often less expensive.

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

Dissolve yeast in warm milk and let sit until frothy, about 5 minutes.

Add melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract to the yeast mixture; stir to combine.

Pour the wet ingredients into the dry ingredients; mix until a dough forms.

Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth.

Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour.

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Roll out the dough into a large rectangle.

Spread a mixture of ground walnuts, sugar, and melted butter over the dough.

Roll the dough tightly into a log and shape it into a circle or spiral.

Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper; let rise for 30 minutes.

Bake for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.

Remove from the oven and let cool before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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