Placek Recipe
Today, let's dive into the wonderful world of Placek, a delightful Polish treat that's sure to captivate your taste buds.
Equipment
- Mixing bowls
- Wooden spoon
- Stand mixer (optional)
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Pastry brush
- Oven
Ingredients
- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 cup warm milk
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 2 large eggs
- 1 packet active dry yeast
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
Instructions
- In a bowl, dissolve yeast in warm milk and let it sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine flour, sugar, and salt.
- Add melted butter, eggs, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients.
- Pour in the yeast-milk mixture and knead the dough until it's smooth and elastic.
- Cover the dough and let it rise for an hour or until doubled in size.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- Shape the dough into a round or oval loaf and place it on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown.
- Allow Placek to cool before slicing.