Delicious Cheese Pastry

Instructions

1. In a large mixing bowl, dissolve yeast in lukewarm water and milk. Let it sit for a few minutes until frothy.
2. Add oil, egg, egg white, sugar, and salt to the yeast mixture. Mix well.
3. Gradually add flour to the mixture, stirring continuously until a soft dough forms. You may need to adjust the amount of flour depending on the dough's consistency.
4. Knead the dough on a lightly floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place the dough back into the mixing bowl, cover with a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
5. Meanwhile, prepare the filling by grating or crumbling the cheese.
6. Preheat the oven to 350°F (180°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
7. Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into equal-sized portions, depending on how large you want your pastries.
8. Flatten each portion of dough into a circle and place a small amount of cheese in the center.
9. Fold the edges of the dough over the filling and pinch to seal, forming a ball or oval shape.
10. Place the filled pastries on the prepared baking sheet, leaving some space between them.
11. Beat the egg yolk with a little milk and brush the tops of the pastries for a golden finish. Sprinkle sesame seeds on top if desired.
12. Bake in the preheated oven for about 20-25 minutes or until the pastries are golden brown and cooked through.
13. Remove from the oven and let them cool slightly before serving. Enjoy your delicious Turkish cheese pastries!