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Guava Rolls (Koejawelrolletjies)

Guava Rolls (Koejawelrolletjies). It brings a true taste of South Africa straight to your dining table.
Type de plat Dessert
Cuisine South African
Portions 10 people

Ingrédients
  

  • 2 cups cake flour for the dough
  • 2 tsp baking powder for the dough
  • Pinch of salt for the dough
  • 2 tbsp sugar for the dough
  • 2 tbsp butter for the dough
  • ¾ cup milk for the dough
  • ½–¾ cup guava jam for the filling
  • ½ cup icing sugar optional glaze
  • 1–2 tbsp warm water or milk optional glaze

Instructions
 

  • Preheat oven: Preheat oven to 180°C and lightly grease a baking tray.
  • Make the dough: In a bowl mix flour, baking powder, salt, and sugar. Rub the butter into the flour until crumbly.
  • Add milk: Gradually add milk and mix until a soft dough forms.
  • Roll out dough: On a lightly floured surface, roll the dough into a rectangle about ½ cm thick.
  • Add guava jam: Spread guava jam evenly across the dough.
  • Roll and slice: Roll the dough tightly into a log and cut into 12 slices.
  • Bake: Place slices on the baking tray and bake for 20–25 minutes until golden.
  • Optional glaze: Mix icing sugar with a little water or milk and drizzle over warm rolls.
Keyword Syrup
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