Slovak Sweet Bread Balls Recipe

Cooking Directions

• STEP 1.In a bowl, dissolve yeast and sugar in warm milk and let it sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
• STEP 2.In a separate bowl, combine flour, salt, and melted butter.
• STEP 3.Add the yeast mixture to the flour mixture and knead until a smooth dough forms.
• STEP 4.Cover the dough and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
• STEP 5.Divide the dough into small balls and make an indentation in the center of each ball.
• STEP 6.Fill the indentations with your choice of jam or fruit filling.
• STEP 7.Bake the bread balls in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for about 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown.
• STEP 8.Serve the Slovak Sweet Bread Balls warm and enjoy!

Cooking Tips

• Make sure the milk is warm, but not too hot, to activate the yeast.
• Let the dough rise in a warm place, such as near a window or on top of a warm oven.
• Experiment with different fillings, such as apricot jam, strawberry jam, or poppy seed filling.

Storage and Serving

• Store any leftover bread balls in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days.
• Reheat the bread balls in the oven or microwave before serving.