Activate the yeast: In a small bowl, mix warm milk with sugar and yeast. Let it sit for 10 minutes, until foamy.
Make the dough: In a large bowl, combine flour and salt. Add the butter and rub it into the flour with your fingertips until crumbly. Add the yeast mixture, sour cream, and egg. Mix to form a soft dough. Stir in the grated cheese and knead for about 5 minutes, until smooth.
Let it rise: Cover the bowl with a towel and let the dough rise in a warm spot for 45–60 minutes, or until doubled in size.
Roll and shape: Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface to about ½ inch (1.5 cm) thick. Using a small round cutter or glass, cut out biscuits (about 2 inches wide). Score the tops lightly with a knife in a crisscross pattern — this gives them that beautiful traditional look.
Brush and top: Place on a parchment-lined baking tray. Brush each pogácsa with egg yolk and sprinkle with grated cheese.
Bake: Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F (190°C) for 18–20 minutes, or until golden brown and puffed.
💛 Ashley’s Serving Tips:
Serve warm with a bowl of soup or a cup of tea — they’re irresistible fresh from the oven!
You can also add crumbled bacon, chopped herbs, or a hint of garlic powder to the dough for a twist.
Would you like me to share the potato version too — Krumplis Pogácsa — soft, buttery biscuits made with mashed potatoes in the dough? They melt in your mouth! 🥔💫
