Potato Pampushki

Discover the irresistible charm of Potato Pampushki, a traditional Slavic-inspired savory bun that’s soft, fluffy, and infused with the comforting flavor of mashed potatoes. These homemade delights are crafted with a dreamy combination of yeast-raised dough and creamy potatoes, resulting in an ultra-tender texture. What sets them apart is the finishing touch: a fragrant garlic-dill glaze that soaks into the golden crust while still warm, adding a burst of herbaceous richness. Perfect as a side dish for soups, stews, or as a standalone snack, these buns are as versatile as they are satisfying. With simple, pantry-friendly ingredients like flour, milk, and butter, this recipe brings bakery-style perfection right to your kitchen. Whip up these pillowy, garlicky treats for your next meal, and watch them vanish in minutes!

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:40 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:65 mins

Servings: 10

Ingredients

• 400 grams Potatoes
• 500 grams All-purpose flour
• 120 milliliters Milk
• 7 grams Dry yeast
• 10 grams Sugar
• 10 grams Salt
• 40 grams Butter
• 1 large Egg
• 4 Garlic cloves
• 10 grams Fresh dill
• 30 milliliters Sunflower oil
• 2 tablespoons Water

Directions

Step 1

Peel and boil the potatoes in salted water until soft (roughly 20 minutes). Drain the water and mash the potatoes until smooth. Let them cool to room temperature.

Step 2

Warm the milk slightly (not too hot) and mix it with the sugar and dry yeast. Let it sit for 10 minutes until the yeast activates and becomes frothy.

Step 3

In a large mixing bowl, combine the mashed potatoes, flour, salt, cooled melted butter, egg, and the activated yeast mixture. Knead the mixture into a soft, elastic dough for about 8-10 minutes.

Step 4

Cover the dough with a clean kitchen towel and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until it has doubled in size.

Step 5

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F). Line a baking tray with parchment paper.

Step 6

After the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into 10 equal portions. Shape each portion into a ball and arrange them on the prepared baking tray, leaving enough space for them to expand.

Step 7

Cover the shaped buns with a towel and let them rise again for 20 minutes.

Step 8

Bake the buns in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes, or until they are golden brown on top.

Step 9

While the buns are baking, prepare the garlic-dill glaze. Finely mince the garlic and chop the dill. Mix them with sunflower oil and a couple of tablespoons of water in a small bowl.

Step 10

As soon as the buns come out of the oven, generously brush them with the garlic-dill glaze while still warm.

Step 11

Let the Pampushki cool slightly, then serve warm as a side dish or snack.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1226.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2986.6

Total Fat 77.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 25.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 21.7g
Cholesterol 324.7mg	0%
Sodium 4362.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 490.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 24.4g	0%
Total Sugars 22.2g
Protein 76.6g	0%

Vitamin D 114.6IU	0%
Calcium 361.5mg	0%
Iron 29.6mg	0%
Potassium 3211.8mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 23.5%

Protein: 10.3%

Carbs: 66.1%