Who doesn’t love the smell of freshly baked pastries at home? 😍 This fluffy, pillowy-soft Turkish poğaça (savory pastry) will win everyone’s heart at breakfast or tea time. Crispy outside, cloud-like inside – a bite-sized delight!

📝 Ingredients (Makes ~20 pieces)

🧂 For the dough:

• 🥛 1 cup warm milk
• 🫙 1 cup warm water
• 🌻 1 cup vegetable oil
• 🥚 1 egg (yolk for brushing, white goes in the dough)
• 🍬 2 tablespoons sugar
• 🧂 1 teaspoon salt
• 🍞 1 packet instant yeast (or fresh yeast)
• 🌾 6–6.5 cups flour (add gradually)

🧀 For the filling (optional):

• 🧀 White cheese or cottage cheese
• 🌿 Chopped parsley

👩‍🍳 Instructions

1️⃣ Prepare the Dough

• In a large bowl, mix warm milk, water, oil, egg white, sugar, and yeast.
• Stir until yeast dissolves.
• Add salt and gradually add flour, kneading into a soft, non-sticky dough.
• Cover the dough and let it rise in a warm place for 45–60 minutes. ⏳

2️⃣ Shape the Poğaças

• Divide the dough into walnut-sized balls.
• Flatten by hand, add filling in the center, and seal the edges.
• Shape and place them on a parchment-lined tray. 🖐️

3️⃣ Final Touch

• Brush with egg yolk and sprinkle sesame or black cumin seeds on top. 🥚🌿
• Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for 20–25 minutes until golden. 🔥

📝 Tips & Tricks

🔸 Use warm ingredients to help the dough rise beautifully.
🔸 Add flour slowly—aim for a soft, pliable dough.
🔸 Let shaped poğaças rest on the tray for 10 more minutes before baking for extra puffiness.
🔸 You can also try potato, olive, or mozzarella fillings for variation.

🧺 Serving Suggestions

Serve warm with a glass of Turkish tea or coffee. Add some olives, tomatoes, and cucumbers for a beautiful breakfast spread. 🍅🥒🫒 Perfect for brunches or afternoon tea!

💬 Final Thoughts

These soft and fluffy poğaças are a real crowd-pleaser! 💫 Once you try them, you’ll never want store-bought again. Whether plain or stuffed, this traditional Turkish pastry is a must-try! 😋