Kiflice (Eastern European Cheese Crescents)

6 steps. Take it one step at a time.

1. 01

   Combine the warm milk, sugar, and yeast

   In a small bowl, combine the warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Stir gently and let it sit for about 10 minutes until it becomes frothy.

   10 min
2. 02

   Combine the flour and salt

   In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and salt. Add the oil, one egg, and the yeast mixture. Knead the dough until smooth and elastic. Cover with a clean cloth and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour.

   1 hr
3. 03

   Punch down the dough

   Punch down the dough and divide it into 3 equal balls. Roll each ball into a large circle. Cut each circle into 8 triangles (like a pizza).

4. 04

   Place a small spoonful of crumbled feta cheese

   Place a small spoonful of crumbled feta cheese at the wide end of each triangle. Roll them up toward the point to form crescent shapes.

5. 05

   Preheat the oven

   Preheat the oven to 200°C (392°F). Place the crescents on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Brush with a beaten egg and sprinkle with sesame seeds.

6. 06

   Bake for 20-25 minutes or

   Bake for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown. Serve warm.

   25 min