Hungarian Cheese Pogácsa (Sajtos Pogácsa)

 Ingredients

500 g all-purpose flour

200 g butter, softened

150 g sour cream

150 g grated cheese (Gouda, Edam, or Hungarian cheese)

1 egg

20 g fresh yeast (or 7 g dry yeast)

100 ml warm milk

1 teaspoon sugar

1 teaspoon salt

1 egg yolk, for brushing

50 g grated cheese, for topping

Instructions

Activate the yeast: Mix the warm milk with the sugar and yeast. Leave for 5–10 minutes until foamy.

Make the dough: Combine the flour and salt. Add the butter, sour cream, egg, grated cheese, and yeast mixture. Knead until you have a soft, smooth dough.

Let it rise: Cover and leave in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.

Fold the dough: Roll it out, fold it into thirds, then roll it out again. Repeat 2–3 times. This creates the beautiful flaky layers.

Shape: Roll the dough to about 2 cm thick. Cut into small rounds with a cookie cutter. Score the tops lightly with a knife.

Brush: Place on a baking tray, brush with beaten egg yolk, and sprinkle with grated cheese.

Bake: Bake at 200°C (390°F) for about 15–20 minutes, until golden brown.

Serve: Let them cool slightly and enjoy warm.

Hungarian name:

Sajtos Pogácsa 🧀🇭🇺