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Soft Polish sweet rolls with a bursting blueberry center, cut open to display the vibrant filling, dusted with powdered sugar and oats.

Polish Jagodzianki

Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Additional Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 55 minutes
Polish Jagodzianki are soft, pillowy sweet buns filled with blueberries and topped with a buttery crumble. A traditional treat perfect for breakfast or dessert.
18 Servings

Ingredients

For the Blueberry Filling:

  • 3-4 cups blueberries
  • 2 tablespoons potato starch optional
  • 4 tablespoons sugar only if the blueberries are not sweet enough

For the Dough:

  • 4 cups 500g all-purpose flour
  • 2 tablespoons instant yeast
  • ½ cup milk
  • ¾ cup 170g butter, melted
  • ½ cup sugar
  • 2-3 tablespoons sour cream

For the Crumble Topping:

  • cup 75g butter, softened
  • 1 ½ cups 150g flour
  • cup 75g sugar

For the Egg Wash:

  • 1 egg
  • 1 tablespoon milk

Instructions
 

Prepare the Blueberry Filling

  1. Wash and thoroughly dry the blueberries. If the berries are particularly juicy, toss them with potato starch and sugar to help thicken the filling during baking. Set aside.

Prepare the Dough

  1. In a saucepan, melt the butter with the milk over low heat, ensuring it does not reach a boil.
  2. In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and instant yeast. Gradually pour in the melted butter mixture and add the sour cream. Mix until the ingredients come together into a rough dough.
  3. Transfer the dough onto a floured surface and knead for approximately 5-7 minutes or until it becomes smooth and elastic.
  4. Place the dough in a large, greased bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise for about 2 hours, or until it doubles in size.

Prepare the Crumble Topping

  1. In a medium bowl, combine the softened butter, flour, and sugar. Mix with your fingers or a fork until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs. Set aside.

Shape the Jagodzianki Buns

  1. Once the dough has doubled in size, gently punch it down to release excess air.
  2. Divide the dough into small, walnut-sized pieces. Flatten each piece into a circular shape.
  3. Place a spoonful of blueberries in the center of each dough circle. Carefully gather the edges of the dough and seal them tightly, ensuring the filling remains enclosed.
  4. Place each shaped bun seam-side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Repeat until all the dough and filling have been used.

Apply the Egg Wash and Crumble

  1. Preheat the oven to 390°F (200°C).
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the egg and milk to create the egg wash. Brush the top of each bun with the mixture.
  3. Generously sprinkle the prepared crumble topping over each bun.

Bake the Jagodzianki

  1. Transfer the baking sheet to the preheated oven.
  2. Bake for 20-25 minutes or until the buns are golden brown and the crumble is lightly crisped.
  3. Remove from the oven and allow the buns to cool slightly before serving.

Notes

To make these Polish Jagodzianki gluten-free, substitute the all-purpose flour with a high-quality gluten-free flour blend containing xanthan gum for both the dough and crumble topping. Ensure your potato starch and other ingredients are labeled gluten-free. The dough may require slightly less liquid, so adjust the milk quantity as needed for the right consistency.
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