Shekerbura
Shekerbura is a traditional Azerbaijani pastry, especially prepared during the Novruz holiday. The soft, slightly sweet dough encasing a walnut and almond filling, along with the beautiful, handcrafted pattern, makes this dessert truly special. The recipe has been passed down through generations and remains popular among Azerbaijani families today. If you want to try a truly authentic Eastern sweet, shekerbura is the perfect choice!
Ingredients for this recipe
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Preparation Steps
1
In a small bowl, combine the lukewarm milk, yeast, and one tablespoon of sugar. Let it sit for 10 minutes until foamy.
2
In a large bowl, crumble the flour with the butter, then add the salt and sugar.
3
Add the foamy yeast mixture and egg yolks, then knead into a soft, homogeneous dough.
4
Cover the dough with a kitchen towel and let it rest for 1 hour, or until it has doubled in size.
5
Meanwhile, prepare the filling: in a bowl, mix together the ground walnuts, almonds, powdered sugar, and vanilla extract.
6
Divide the risen dough into smaller pieces, then roll them out thinly.
7
Place a tablespoon of filling in the center of each dough circle, then fold it in half and gently press down the edges to seal.
8
Use a special patterned tweezer or a fork to create traditional designs on the surface of the dough.
9
Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C) and bake the shekerburas for 20-25 minutes, until lightly golden.
10
Let them cool, then dust with powdered sugar before serving.
