Pogaca (Feta Dumplings)

Recipe View 5 mins Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. (Prep Time: 5 minutes)

Recipe View 2 mins In a large bowl, whisk together the flour and baking powder. Set aside. (Prep Time: 2 minutes)

Recipe View 3 mins In a separate large mixing bowl, whisk together the canola oil, melted butter, yogurt, eggs, sour cream, sugar, and salt until smooth. (Prep Time: 3 minutes)

Recipe View 10 mins Gradually add the flour mixture to the wet ingredients, mixing until a soft dough forms. Knead the dough in the bowl until it is smooth and no longer sticky, about 5 minutes. (Prep Time: 10 minutes)

Recipe View 5 mins In a small bowl, combine the crumbled feta cheese, fresh parsley, olive oil, and paprika. Mix well to create the filling. (Prep Time: 5 minutes)

Recipe View 10 mins To assemble the pogaca, pinch off about 2 1/2 tablespoons of dough and roll it into a ball approximately 1 3/4 inches in diameter. Flatten the ball into a 3-inch circle on your palm. (Prep Time: 10 minutes)

Recipe View 15 mins Spoon 1 scant tablespoon of the feta filling into the center of each circle. Bring the edges of the dough together over the filling and pinch to seal, forming a plump dumpling. Place the dumplings seam-side down on the prepared baking sheet. (Prep Time: 15 minutes)

Recipe View 5 mins In a small bowl, whisk the egg yolks. Brush the tops of the pogaca with the egg yolk mixture, then sprinkle each with about 1/4 teaspoon of sesame seeds. (Prep Time: 5 minutes)

Recipe View 25 mins Bake in the preheated oven for 20 to 30 minutes, or until the tops are shiny, golden brown, and slightly crackled. Let cool slightly before serving. (Bake Time: 20-30 minutes)