Traditional Hungarian Apricot Kolaches (Lekváros Bukta) 🇭🇺🍑
Hungarian Apricot Kolaches, also known as Lekváros Bukta, are soft, fluffy yeast pastries filled with sweet apricot jam. They are a traditional Hungarian homemade treat, often enjoyed with coffee or tea.
Ingredients
For the Dough
500 g all-purpose flour
7 g dry yeast
250 ml lukewarm milk
70 g granulated sugar
2 egg yolks
80 g unsalted butter, melted
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
A pinch of salt
For the Filling
200–250 g apricot jam
For the Top
30 g melted butter
Powdered sugar, for serving
How to Make Hungarian Apricot Kolaches
1. Prepare the Dough
Mix the lukewarm milk, yeast, and a teaspoon of sugar. Let it stand for about 5–10 minutes.
In a large bowl, combine the flour, remaining sugar, and salt.
Add the egg yolks, melted butter, vanilla, and yeast mixture.
Knead until you have a smooth, soft dough.
Cover and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
2. Shape the Pastries
Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and roll it into a rectangle about 1 cm thick.
Cut the dough into equal squares.
Place about 1 tablespoon of apricot jam in the center of each square.
Fold the dough around the filling and pinch the edges firmly to seal.
3. Arrange in the Baking Pan
Place the filled pastries seam-side down in a buttered baking dish, leaving a little space between them.
Brush the tops lightly with melted butter.
Cover and let them rest for another 20–30 minutes.
4. Bake
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F).
Bake for approximately 25–30 minutes, or until the tops are lightly golden.
5. Finish and Serve
Allow the pastries to cool slightly.
Dust with powdered sugar and serve warm or at room temperature.
Helpful Tips
Use a thick apricot jam so it stays inside the pastry.
Do not overfill the dough.
Seal the edges well before placing the pastries in the pan.
Give the dough enough time to rise for a soft texture.
Let the pastries cool slightly before serving.
Serving Suggestions
Hungarian Apricot Kolaches are delicious with coffee, tea, or a glass of milk. A light dusting of powdered sugar adds a simple finishing touch.
These soft Hungarian pastries combine fluffy yeast dough with sweet apricot jam for a simple homemade treat. Lekváros Bukta is a comforting classic that is especially lovely fresh from the oven with a cup of coffee or tea.
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