Vatrushka Cream Cheese Buns

Vatrushka Cream Cheese Buns are a delicious treat originating from Russia. These buns are a perfect combination of soft, fluffy bread and a scrumptious filling made from cream cheese. They are a popular snack that can be enjoyed any time of the day.

These buns are incredibly easy to make, making them an ideal choice when you want to whip up something quick and delicious. The bread dough is made with simple ingredients readily available in most kitchens.

Once the dough is ready, it is divided into small portions and flattened to create a disc shape. A dollop of cream cheese filling is then placed in the center of each disc, and the edges are pinched together to seal the filling inside. The buns are then baked until golden brown and puffy.

What distinguishes Vatrushka Cream Cheese Buns from other pastries is the variety of fillings that can be used.

Apart from the classic cream cheese filling, you can also use fruits, jams, or savory fillings like onion and cheese. This versatility allows you to create different bun variations to suit your taste buds and preferences.

If you are looking for a quick and easy snack that is both delicious and satisfying, Vatrushka Creamcheese Buns are an excellent choice. With its simple recipe and endless possibilities of fillings, you can create a variety of bun flavors that will leave your taste buds craving for more.

Traditional Eastern European sweet buns filled with vanilla cream cheese—perfect for afternoon tea or a cosy weekend bake.

Vatrushka Cream Cheese Buns

Recipe by Stay at Home Mum

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Soft buns filled with creamy cheese — a traditional Russian treat perfect for breakfast or tea time.

Course: DessertCuisine: Eastern EuropeanDifficulty: Difficult

Servings

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12

servings

Prep time

25

minutes

Cooking time

20

minutes

Calories

280

kcal

Total time

45

minutes

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Ingredients

• For the Dough:

• ¾ cup (185ml) warm milk

• 2 ¼ tsp (1 sachet) dry yeast

• 2 tbsp white sugar

• 1 egg

• 2 ½ cups (375g) plain flour

• ¼ tsp salt

• 50 g unsalted butter, softened

• For the Filling:

• 250 g cream cheese, softened

• 2 tbsp sour cream

• 3 tbsp white sugar

• 1 egg yolk

• 1 tsp vanilla extract

• To Finish:

• 1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)

• Icing sugar, for dusting (optional)

Directions

• In a small bowl, mix warm milk, yeast and sugar. Let sit for 5–10 minutes until foamy.
• In a large bowl, combine flour and salt. Add yeast mixture, egg, and butter.
• Knead into a soft dough (about 8–10 minutes by hand or in a mixer).
• Cover and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
• Meanwhile, prepare filling: beat cream cheese, sour cream, sugar, egg yolk and vanilla until smooth.
• Punch down dough and divide into 12 equal balls. Flatten each into a disc and place on a lined baking tray.
• Use the base of a glass to press a well into the centre of each bun.
• Fill each well with cream cheese mixture. Brush edges with beaten egg.
• Let rise again for 15–20 minutes while oven preheats to 180°C (160°C fan-forced).
• Bake for 18–20 minutes or until golden brown. Cool slightly and dust with icing sugar if desired.

Notes

• Best enjoyed warm or at room temp with tea.
• Can be made ahead—store in fridge and reheat before serving.
• Freeze after baking (without icing sugar) for up to 1 month.
• Add a spoonful of jam or fresh fruit to the filling for variation.
• Use full-fat cream cheese for best texture.

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Clare Whitfield is the Editor of Stay at Home Mum and a recognised voice in practical home management for Australian families. Based in the northern suburbs of Sydney, she balances editorial leadership with life as a stay at home mum to two school age children. Her background in home economics and more than a decade of experience in recipe development, family budgeting, and household systems inform her work.

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