Budla with a Twist

Ingredients

• 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour 2 cups (250g) all-purpose flour
• 1 packet (7g) active dry yeast 1 packet (7g) active dry yeast
• 1/2 cup (120ml) warm milk 1/2 cup (120ml) warm milk
• 1 tablespoon sugar 1 tablespoon sugar
• 1/2 cup (60g) ground walnuts 1/2 cup (60g) ground walnuts
• 2 tablespoons honey 2 tablespoons honey
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• OR OR
• 2 cups (300g) cooked spinach 2 cups (300g) cooked spinach
• 1 cup (150g) crumbled feta cheese 1 cup (150g) crumbled feta cheese
• 2 cloves garlic, minced 2 cloves garlic, minced

Nutrition

• Calories: 320 kcal / 1340 KJ
• Fat: 12g (5g saturated)
• Carbohydrates: 45g (10g sugars)
• Protein: 9g
• Fiber: 3g
• Salt: 0.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   In a small bowl, dissolve the yeast and sugar in warm milk. Let it sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
2. 2.
   In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour and a pinch of salt. Make a well in the center and pour in the yeast mixture. Mix until a dough forms.
3. 3.
   Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 5 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.
4. 4.
   Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
5. 5.
   For the sweet filling, mix the ground walnuts, honey, and cinnamon in a bowl. For the savory filling, combine the cooked spinach, feta cheese, and minced garlic.
6. 6.
   Roll out the dough into a thin rectangle. Spread the desired filling evenly over the dough.
7. 7.
   Starting from one of the longer sides, tightly roll the dough into a spiral shape.
8. 8.
   Place the rolled Budla on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.
9. 9.
   Remove from the oven and let it cool for a few minutes before slicing and serving.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Ground walnuts — Make sure to use finely ground walnuts for a smooth and even texture in the sweet filling.
• Feta cheese — Crumble the feta cheese into small pieces for easy incorporation into the savory filling.

Tips & Tricks

• For a sweeter version, sprinkle powdered sugar on top of the baked Budla.
• Experiment with different fillings such as apple and cinnamon or mushroom and thyme.
• Serve the Budla warm for the best taste and texture.
• If the dough is too sticky, add a little more flour while kneading.
• Make sure the yeast is fresh and active for a successful rise.

Serving advice

Serve the Budla as a delightful breakfast or snack. It pairs well with a cup of coffee or tea.

Presentation advice

To enhance the presentation, dust the baked Budla with powdered sugar or drizzle a glaze made with honey and lemon juice.