Instructions:
- Prepare the Dough:
- Heat the milk until warm (about 50-60 degrees Celsius). Stir in sugar (both regular and vanilla), and yeast. Mix until yeast and sugar dissolve.
- Add vinegar and vegetable oil to the milk-yeast mixture and stir well.
- Separate the egg yolk from the white. Add the egg white to the milk mixture and set the yolk aside.
- Gradually sift and add flour to the mixture, stirring continuously. Add salt as well. Knead until you get a smooth and homogeneous dough.
- Form the dough into a ball and place it in a bowl greased with a small amount of vegetable oil. Cover with plastic wrap and let it rise in a warm place for about 30 minutes, or until doubled in size.
- Shape and Fill the Buns:
- After the dough has risen, knead it again to remove air bubbles. Divide the dough into 4 equal parts, and then each part into 5 pieces (totaling 20 pieces).
- Form each piece into a small ball and let them rest for 10 minutes.
- Assemble the Buns:
- Preheat your oven to 180 degrees Celsius (350 degrees Fahrenheit). Grease a baking sheet with butter.
- Roll each ball into a round cake with a diameter of about 8-10 cm.
- Place a portion of grated cheese in the center of each round and pinch the edges together to seal, forming a bun with the cheese filling inside. Place the buns seam side down on the prepared baking sheet.
- Egg Wash and Bake:
- Mix 1 tablespoon of milk with the egg yolk. Brush each bun with this mixture.
- Cover the buns loosely with plastic wrap and let them rise for another 20 minutes.
- After rising, brush the buns again with the milk and egg wash.
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
- Prepare the Cream Sauce:
- While the buns are baking, prepare the cream sauce. Mix soft cheese (like cream cheese or quark) with condensed milk until smooth.
- Serve:
- Once the buns are baked and cooled slightly, decorate them with the prepared cream sauce.
These German cheese buns are best enjoyed warm and fresh. They make a delightful addition to any table with their cheesy filling and soft, aromatic dough. Enjoy your baking!
