Cheese Honeycomb Buns with Feta

Ingredients

• The dough:
• 1 kilo all-purpose flour
• Fresh yeast (if available) or 1 tablespoon instant yeast granules
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons sugar
• 1 cup warm milk
• 1 cup buttermilk, 150 g
• 2 tablespoons vinegar
• 1/4 cup vegetable oil
• 1 very small teaspoon baking powder
• Cheese filling:
• 400 g feta cheese
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• A pinch of red chili pepper
• A pinch of dried mint or oregano

Method

1. In a mixing bowl, combine the dry dough ingredients and mix well, except for the yeast and sugar.
2. Make a well in the center and add the yeast, sugar, and 1 cup warm milk (not hot). Stir and leave it in the center to activate the yeast.
3. Then add the vinegar, buttermilk, and oil, and begin kneading until you get a soft, smooth, and cohesive dough.
4. Let it rise for 1 hour, then start working with it.
   Timers: 60 min
5. After the dough has risen, divide it, roll it out, and fill it with the cheese filling after mixing the crumbled feta by hand or with a fork with the other ingredients.
6. Shape the pieces again into balls and arrange them side by side in an oiled baking tray.
7. Cover and let rest for a short time.
8. Brush the top with liquid milk or sprinkle with water, then place in a hot oven until golden brown.
9. Remove from the oven after browning and cover immediately with a clean kitchen towel to keep the honeycomb buns soft. Cover for 15 minutes.
   Timers: 15 min
10. Serve the feta cheese honeycomb buns immediately.
11. Note: The same dough and method can be used for different fillings such as za'atar and chocolate, or the dough can be used for savory pastries.
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