Ebru TokatlıoğluCommis
18 February 2026 Last updated: 12 September 2026

This recipe uses leftover mashed potatoes from the day before in yeasted dough, giving the rolls a softer crumb and making for an economical breakfast. The rolls are filled with Turkish semi-hard cheese.

Step by Step

How to make it?

1

Activate the yeast

10 min

Dissolve the fresh yeast in the lukewarm milk and let it foam for 10 minutes.

2

Knead the dough

20 min

Combine the lukewarm mashed potatoes with the flour, egg, salt, and yeast mixture. Knead until an elastic dough forms.

3

Let the dough rise

45 min

Cover the dough and let it rise in a warm place for 45 minutes, until doubled in volume.

4

Shape and fill the rolls

15 min

Divide the dough into pieces. Fill each with grated Turkish semi-hard cheese and shape into a ball.

5

Bake the rolls

20 min

Brush the rolls with beaten egg and bake in an oven preheated to 190°C / 375°F for 20 minutes, until golden.

Reminder

Cold mashed potatoes can slow the rise when mixed with the yeast, so make sure the potatoes are lukewarm. Allergens: contains wheat (gluten), milk and dairy products, and egg.

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