Authentic Russian Sweet Cheese Buns Recipe

To start, add *sugar*, *salt*, and *dry yeast* to the warm milk. Let it sit for *10 minutes* in a warm place to activate the yeast.

Once the yeast is frothy, crack an *egg* into the mixture and add *melted, cooled butter*. Stir well and gradually sift in the *flour*, but not all at once. Add flour as needed while kneading until the dough is soft and non-sticky. Grease your hands with oil if necessary. Let the dough rise in a warm place for *1 hour*.

In a bowl, combine *vanilla sugar*, *regular sugar*, *cottage cheese*, *sour cream*, and an *egg yolk*. Mix well until smooth and set aside.

Once risen, divide the dough into *10-11 parts*. Roll each part into a smooth ball and place them on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Cover with plastic wrap and let them rest for *15 minutes*.

Using a glass, make an indentation in each ball and fill it with the prepared cottage cheese filling.

Preheat your oven to *180°C (350°F)*. Mix an *egg yolk* with *milk* for the glaze and brush it over the buns. Bake them for *15-20 minutes* until they are golden brown and fragrant.