Ingredients

3 1/2 cups flour
1/2 cup oil
1/2 cup sugar
1 tablespoon yeast
1/4 cup water
5 ounces cream cheese
3/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon honey
1 dash cinnamon
1 egg
1/4 cup sesame seeds
Cream Cheese Pastries, also known as Kalitsounia Sitian, are a traditional pastry from the island of Crete, Greece. These pastries are filled with a delicious sweet cream cheese mixture and are often served as a dessert or breakfast pastry. They are a great addition to any brunch or tea time menu. These pastries are easy to make and can be served hot or cold. They are a family favorite in Greece and can now be enjoyed in your own home.

Instructions

1.In a large bowl, mix together the flour, oil, and 1/2 cup of sugar until well combined.
2.In a small bowl, dissolve the yeast in water and let sit for a few minutes.
3.Add the yeast mixture to the flour mixture and stir to combine.
4.Knead the dough for 5 minutes until it becomes smooth and elastic.
5.Cover and let the dough rest for 30 minutes in a warm place.
6.In a separate bowl, combine the cream cheese, 3/4 cup sugar, honey, cinnamon, and egg.
7.Roll out the dough and cut into circles.
8.Spoon the cream cheese mixture into the center of each circle.
9.Fold the edges of the circle up and over the cream cheese, pinching the dough together to seal.
10.Brush the tops of each pastry with egg and sprinkle with sesame seeds.
11.Bake at 350 degrees F for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.

PROS

These Cream Cheese Pastries are deliciously creamy and sweet.

They are perfect as a breakfast pastry or as a dessert.

CONS

These pastries can be high in calories and sugar.

They should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While Cream Cheese Pastries are not particularly healthy, they can be enjoyed as an occasional treat in moderation.
The sesame seeds used in this recipe are a good source of protein and healthy fats.

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