Pampushky Ukrainian Garlic Rolls

Steps to make

1. 1

   Make sponge

   10 min
   

   In a bowl of a stand mixer, combine 250 milliliters warm water with 2 tablespoons sugar. Add 1 teaspoon active dry yeast and stir to dissolve. Set aside to proof for 5-10 minutes until foamy.

2. 2

   Add flour and salt

   2 min
   

   Slowly add in 450 grams sifted flour and 1 teaspoon salt. Using a dough hook attachment, mix on low until the flour is completely incorporated.

4. 3

   Add oil and knead

   10 min
   

   Gradually add in ¼ cup sunflower oil and knead the dough for 8-10 minutes.

5. 4

   Prove dough

   1h
   

   Transfer the dough into a lightly oiled bowl and cover with plastic wrap. Let the dough rise in a warm spot for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.

6. 5

   Divide dough

   5 min
   

   Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and cut it into 24 even pieces. Roll each piece of dough into balls and arrange them in a greased and parchment paper lined 9×13-inch baking pan.

7. 6

   Second rise

   30m min
   

   Cover the dinner rolls with plastic wrap and let them rise for about 30 to 60 minutes or until puffed.

8. 7

   Heat oven

   Preheat the oven to 375 °F.

9. 8

   Bake

   25 min
   

   Bake the rolls for about 23-25 minutes or until they are golden brown on top.

10. 9

    Make garlic sauce

    1 min
    

    In a small bowl, stir together the minced garlic, 1 teaspoon salt, 2 ¼ tablespoons sunflower oil, 2 tablespoons minced parsley or dill, and ⅙ cup cold water.

11. 10

    Brush pampushky with garlic sauce

    1 min
    

    While the pampushky rolls are still hot from the oven, brush the tops with the prepared garlic sauce.

12. 11

    Serve

    

    Serve these garlic rolls warm with Ukrainian borscht and enjoy!