LIFE IN THE MOUNTAINS! Cooking sweets for Ukrainian soldiers

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is dairy-free and adds a subtle flavor.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: bread flour

Whole wheat flour increases fiber content.

jam

🥗Healthier: fruit spread

💰Cheaper: homemade jam

Fruit spread can be lower in sugar.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk is dairy-free, while water can reduce costs.

Activate yeast in warm water with sugar for 5-10 minutes until frothy.

Mix flour, salt, and baking powder in a large bowl.

Add activated yeast mixture, milk, melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients.

Knead the dough on a floured surface for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic.

Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for 1-2 hours until doubled in size.

Punch down the dough and divide it into equal portions.

Shape each portion into a ball and place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Cover the shaped buns and let rise for another 30-45 minutes.

Preheat oven to 375°F (190°C).

Bake buns for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.

Allow buns to cool slightly before filling with jam.

Dust with powdered sugar and serve warm.

Cooking Techniques

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