Sinem BakırcıoğluCommis de Cuisine
10 February 2026 Last updated: 11 September 2026

These mini Turkish cheese rolls, filled with Kashar cheese, are perfect for a family meal or a picnic basket. They use simple, budget-friendly ingredients and turn golden in the oven in a short time.

Step by Step

How to make it?

1

Activate the Yeast

5 min

Combine the warm milk, yeast, and sugar, then let stand for 5 minutes until foamy.

2

Knead the Dough

10 min

Add the flour, egg, salt, and cooking oil, and knead into a soft, non-sticky dough.

3

Let the Dough Rise

15 min

Cover the dough and let it rise in a warm place for 15 minutes, until it has visibly increased in volume.

4

Shape the Rolls

10 min

Pinch off small pieces of dough and fill them with grated Kashar cheese. Roll into balls and arrange on a parchment-lined baking pan.

5

Bake

20 min

Brush the tops with beaten egg yolk and sprinkle with sesame seeds. Bake in an oven preheated to 190°C / 375°F for 20 minutes, until golden on top.

Reminder

Let the dough rise in a warm place away from drafts; otherwise, it may rise unevenly. Once cooled to room temperature, the Turkish cheese rolls will stay fresh in a sealed container for 2 days. Allergens: contains wheat (gluten), eggs, dairy, and sesame.

Nutritional Values · 1 serving

Values are estimates
230 kcalCalories
7 gProtein
28 gCarbohydrate
10 gFat
1 gFiber
2 gSugar
320 mgSodium
5 gSaturated Fat
Protein 12% Carbohydrate 49% Fat 39%
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