Smachnyky(Ukrainian)
Buttery pastries with nutty crunch, perfect for holiday gatherings or afternoon tea. Flaky dough highlights sweet butter and fresh yeast, topped with an egg wash.
Ingredients
Instructions
- Blend softened butter with sugar and beat until smooth.
- Add egg yolks and beat further.
- Incorporate crumbled fresh yeast and mix well.
- Stir in flour, combining until all flour is incorporated.
- Refrigerate dough for 20 minutes.
- Shape dough into desired forms such as balls, crescents, or logs.
- Brush tops with beaten egg white and sprinkle with chopped nuts.
- Bake at 375°F for about 20 minutes until golden.
- Cool briefly before serving.
Nutrition & Diet Analysis (per serving)
809
kcal
40% DV
Protein
Fat
Carbs
Diet fit
High-protein
High-fiber
Contains
Milk
Egg
Wheat/Gluten
Estimated from ingredients & per-serving nutrition — verify against package labels for allergies or strict diets.
* % Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet (FDA 2020).
Nutrition is estimated from USDA FoodData Central ingredient data and may vary with brand, portion and preparation — see our methodology. This information is for general educational purposes only and is not medical or dietary advice (disclaimer).