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Medium 3 hr 28 min~330 kcal 5/10
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Mardin Kulice Spiced Buns
A festive Mardin bun scented with mahlep, cinnamon, allspice, butter, and a glossy molasses topping.
Medium⏱️ 1 hr📖 1 min readServes 10~310 kcal🇹🇷 Turkish🌍 Full translation
35 min prep 25 min cook
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Timeline
Total 1 h- Prep35 min
- Cooking25 min
Ingredients
10 servings
Quick:
For the dough
- 5 cup(~1000 ml) Flour
- 1.5 cup(~300 ml) Warm milk
- 1 pack Dry yeast
- 120 g Butter
- 0.8 cup(~160 ml) Granulated sugar
- 0.5 tsp(~2.5 ml) Salt
For the spice mix
- 1 dessert spoon(~10 ml) Mahlab
- 1 tsp(~5 ml) Cinnamon
- 0.5 tsp(~2.5 ml) Allspice
For the topping
- 1 Egg yolk
- 1 tbsp(~15 ml) Molasses
- 2 tbsp(~30 ml) Sesame seeds
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Instructions
- 1
Mix the warm milk, yeast, and sugar and let it foam for 8 minutes.
8 min08:00 - 2
Blend the flour, mahlab, cinnamon, allspice, and salt in a large bowl.
- 3
Add the yeast milk and melted butter, then knead a soft dough.
- 4
Let the dough rise for 35 minutes.
35 min35:00 - 5
Shape the dough into small rings or round buns.
- 6
Whisk the egg yolk with molasses, brush over the buns, and sprinkle with sesame.
- 7
Bake at 180?C for 25 minutes, until browned.
25 min25:00
💡 Tip: Mixing the spices into the flour first spreads their aroma evenly through the dough, and the molasses glaze gives the buns a shiny color.
🍽️ Serving suggestion: Serve kulice warm or at room temperature for breakfast with cheese, olives, and strong tea.
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Approximate vitamin / mineral assessment based on the recipe's ingredients. For precise nutrition tracking, consult a doctor or dietitian.
- Protein source
- Calcium
- Vitamin B12
Nutrition (per serving)
~310
kcal calories
7
g protein
48
g carbs
10
g fat
Protein 9%Carbs 62%Fat 29%
Approximate values, derived from ingredient amounts using USDA FoodData Central and TÜBİTAK Turkish Food Composition Database. Actual values can vary by roughly ±20% depending on cooking method, brand, and portion size. For diet or medical conditions, consult a dietitian or doctor.
This recipe may contain allergens
- Gluten
- Milk
- Egg
- Sesame
Allergens are derived automatically from the ingredient list, covering the main groups of the EU-14 food allergen standard (gluten, milk, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, soy, seafood, sesame, celery, mustard). Cross-contamination (shared kitchen equipment, shared surfaces) isn't tracked, if you have a serious allergy, review the full ingredient list yourself and ask about preparation.
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FAQ
How many servings does Mardin Kulice Spiced Buns make?
This recipe serves 10.How long does Mardin Kulice Spiced Buns take?
Prep 35 minutes, cooking 25 minutes; 60 minutes in total.Is Mardin Kulice Spiced Buns difficult?
This recipe is rated medium.How many calories does Mardin Kulice Spiced Buns have?
Approximately 310 kcal per serving. Protein: 7g, carbs: 48g, fat: 10g.Which allergens does Mardin Kulice Spiced Buns contain?
This recipe contains Gluten, Milk, Egg, Sesame. Check it against your dietary needs.How many ingredients does Mardin Kulice Spiced Buns need?
This recipe needs 12 ingredients.
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