Butter and Yeast Croissants

To prepare these delicious jam rolls, the first step is to ensure that the yeast is active. So, we start by adding the yeast to the warm milk along with the sugar. This mixture should be left for a few minutes, during which it will start to form bubbles, a sign that the yeast is active and ready to use.

In the meantime, we take care of the lard. We put the lard in a bowl and mix it well with a spoon, so that it becomes fluffier and creamier. When we achieve a pleasant consistency, we pour the milk with yeast over the lard, mixing carefully to combine them. Then, we add the flour, being careful to keep a handful of flour to sprinkle on the work surface.

We knead the dough well until we obtain a soft composition that does not stick to our hands. After we have obtained the dough, we form a ball which we place in a bowl covered with a cloth. It is important to mention that this dough does not require rising, so if the temperature in the kitchen is too high, it is recommended to move it to a cooler room.

Next, we prepare the tray with parchment paper and preheat the oven to 180°C. In the next step, we divide the dough into suitable pieces and roll them out into a thin sheet. It is essential that the dough is rolled out as evenly as possible to obtain delicious rolls. The sheet should be thin enough to resemble a sheet of paper, and this process requires a bit of practice and patience.

After cutting the dough into squares or rectangles, we add a teaspoon or half a teaspoon of cornelian cherry jam, depending on the size of the dough pieces. We carefully roll each piece, making sure the edges are sealed to prevent the jam from leaking during baking.

Once we have filled a tray with cornelian cherry jam rolls, we repeat the process with another tray, using peach jam to create classic crescent rolls. We bake them in the oven for about 20-25 minutes, or until they become slightly golden. It is important to keep an eye on them, as the baking time may vary depending on the size and the oven.

Once the rolls are ready, we take them out of the tray and, while they are still hot, transfer them to a bowl with powdered sugar. We roll them well so that the sugar covers them evenly. These jam rolls are perfect to be enjoyed with a cup of tea or coffee, and their enticing aroma will fill the whole house, making them perfect for any occasion.