Hungarian Raisin Cheese Buns (Túrós Batyu) Recipe

Hungarian Túrós Batyu is a beloved bakery pastry made with soft, buttery yeast dough filled with a creamy sweet cottage cheese mixture studded with raisins. Folded into charming pinwheel-shaped bundles and baked until golden, these pastries are a staple in Hungarian bakeries and perfect for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon coffee.


Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  • Authentic Hungarian bakery favorite
  • Soft, fluffy yeast dough
  • Creamy sweet cheese filling
  • Filled with juicy raisins
  • Perfect for breakfast, dessert, or coffee breaks
  • Freezer-friendly and easy to make ahead

Ingredients

For the Dough

  • 4 cups (500g) all-purpose flour
  • 2¼ teaspoons (7g) active dry yeast
  • ¾ cup (180ml) warm milk
  • ¼ cup (50g) granulated sugar
  • ½ teaspoon salt
  • 2 large eggs
  • ½ cup (115g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Zest of 1 lemon (optional)

For the Cheese Filling

  • 2 cups (500g) farmer’s cheese or well-drained cottage cheese (or ricotta)
  • ⅓ cup (70g) granulated sugar
  • 1 egg yolk
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • Zest of 1 lemon
  • ½ cup (75g) raisins
  • 1 tablespoon semolina or cornstarch (optional, to thicken if needed)

For the Egg Wash

  • 1 egg, beaten
  • 1 tablespoon milk

Optional Topping

  • Powdered sugar for dusting

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