Eastern European Kifli (Kilfa) Recipe

Eastern European Kifli (Kilfa) Recipe

The original kifli is believed to date back to the Medieval period. A 10th-century convent's food list includes "panis lunatis" (a small crescent-shaped roll eaten during fasts) as one of the foods consumed.
Prep Time 3 hours
Cook Time 20 minutes
Additional Time 30 minutes
Total Time 3 hours 50 minutes
Course Breakfast
Cuisine european
Servings 16 Yield
Calories 271 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 3 cups All-purpose flour
  • 1 cup Butter (softened)
  • 1 cup Cream cheese (softened)
  • 1/4 cup Sugar
  • 1/2 tsp Salt
  • 2 1/4 tsp Active dry yeast – (1 packet)
  • 1/2 cup Warm milk
  • Egg (beaten)- 1 (for egg wash)
  • Sesame seeds or poppy seeds – for sprinkling (optional)

Instructions
 

  • In a small bowl, dissolve the active dry yeast in warm milk. Let it sit for about 5 minutes, or until frothy.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine softened butter, cream cheese, sugar, and salt. Beat until creamy and well combined.
  • Gradually add the flour to the butter mixture, mixing until a soft dough forms.
  • Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes, or 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 about 1-2 hours, or until doubled in size.
  • Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Punch down the risen dough and divide it into smaller portions, depending on how large you want your Kifli/Kifla to be.
  • Roll each portion of dough into a thin circle or oval shape.
  • Cut the dough into wedges or triangles, similar to pizza slices.
  • Starting from the wide end, roll each triangle of dough towards the point to form crescent shapes.
  • Place the shaped Kifli/Kifla onto the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between them.
  • Brush the tops of the rolls with beaten egg wash.
  • If desired, sprinkle sesame seeds or poppy seeds over the top of each roll for added flavor and texture.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes, or until the Kifli/Kifla are golden brown and cooked through.
  • Remove from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 271kcalCarbohydrates: 23gProtein: 5gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 57mgSodium: 218mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4g
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