Suncokret Pogača 🌻 | Balkan Sunflower Bread | Soft & Fluffy Homemade Recipe

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil provides a dairy-free option with healthy fats.

milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water

Almond milk reduces calories and is lactose-free.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey adds natural sweetness and moisture.

sunflower seeds

🥗Healthier: pumpkin seeds

💰Cheaper: flax seeds

Pumpkin seeds offer similar texture and flavor.

Activate the yeast by mixing warm milk, sugar, and dry yeast in a bowl.

In a large bowl, combine flour, warm milk, and warm water to form a dough.

Add egg yolks and butter to the dough mixture and knead until smooth.

Cover the dough and let it rise until doubled in size.

Preheat the oven to 193°C (380°F).

Shape the dough into layered circles for the sunflower petals.

Brush the petals with egg wash and sprinkle with sesame seeds.

Bake in the preheated oven until golden brown, about 45 minutes.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

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