Frozen Peach Strawberry Margarita

Frozen Peach Strawberry Margarita

Frozen Peach Strawberry Margarita

Frozen Peach Strawberry Margarita

July 16, 2026 by Kimberly

This Frozen Peach Strawberry Margarita brings summer straight into your glass: fruity strawberries, juicy peach, fresh lime juice, and tequila come together in a wonderfully creamy slushy texture. Whether it’s for a spontaneous evening with friends, your next summer party, or an aperitif on the balcony, this frozen strawberry peach margarita tastes like a holiday and makes you want a second round.

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TOTAL TIME

5 min

SERVES

2 margaritas

DIET

vegan

EVERY RECIPE DESERVES

A Little Love Letter

It was really only a matter of time before my Peach Strawberry Sorbet turned into a frozen drink. The texture is simply perfect for it, the colour already makes me happy, and on warm days, I can hardly think of anything better than a drink that sits somewhere between a cocktail and a slushy.

Frozen cocktails have long been part of summer in our family. The Strawberry Daiquiri is probably the best-known favourite and makes a very reliable appearance in our kitchen as soon as strawberries are in season. This margarita is a little different: fresher, slightly tart from the lime, and less sweet thanks to the tequila than you might expect from a drink made with sorbet.

The sorbet does several things at once here. It brings in the peach and strawberry flavour, creates the frozen texture, and makes any additional sugar unnecessary. Blended with fresh lime juice and crushed ice, it becomes creamy, almost silky, while still staying wonderfully cold and refreshing.

For the rim, I couldn’t decide between salt and sugar. Salt alone would have been too intense for me, while sugar on its own felt a little boring. A mixture of both works best because it brings out the fruit without making the drink any sweeter. With every sip, you first taste a little salt, then the lime, followed by the sorbet – and that is exactly what makes this margarita so good.

It is also practical that the drink can be blended in just a few minutes when guests stay longer than expected or you suddenly feel like having something a little special in the evening. The sorbet can wait in the freezer, and the remaining ingredients are things you will probably already have at home if you make margaritas from time to time.

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Frozen Peach Strawberry Margarita

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Total Time: 5 min
  • Yield: 2 margaritas 1x

Description

This Frozen Peach Strawberry Margarita brings summer straight into your glass: fruity strawberries, juicy peach, fresh lime juice, and tequila come together in a wonderfully creamy slushy texture. The salt-and-sugar rim creates the perfect contrast to the sweet fruitiness of the sorbet. Whether it’s for a spontaneous evening with friends, your next summer party, or an aperitif on the balcony, this frozen strawberry peach margarita tastes like a holiday and makes you want a second round.

GOOD TO HAVE ON HAND

  • blender
  • Margarita glass
  • small plate


Ingredients

Units Scale
for the rim
  • 1 lime wedge
  • 1 tbsp sugar
  • 1 tsp salt
for the margarita

Instructions

  1. Mix sugar and salt on a small plate. Rub a lime wedge around the rim of the glass, then dip it into the mixture of salt and sugar.
  2. Blend all the margarita ingredients until creamy and slushy and pour it into the margarita glasses.
  3. If the mixture is too thick, add 1–2 tablespoons of lime juice. If it is too thin, add more ice cubes.
  • Prep Time: 5 min

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Yogurt Lime Ice Cream Trifle

Yogurt Lime Ice Cream Trifle

Yogurt Lime Ice Cream Trifle

Yogurt Lime Ice Cream Trifle

July 20, 2026 by Kimberly

This yogurt lime ice cream dessert tastes like an ice-cold, creamy limeade, only with crunchy lemon cookies and little pieces of meringue in between. Fresh, slightly tangy, and just sweet enough, it is the perfect summer dessert for hot days. The best part is that the dessert glasses can be prepared in advance and served straight from the freezer whenever guests stop by unexpectedly or an ordinary Tuesday could use something a little special.

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TOTAL TIME

10 min

SERVES

2 desserts

DIET

vegetarian

EVERY RECIPE DESERVES

A Little Love Letter

Of course, the Yogurt Lime Swirl Ice Cream had to become a proper dessert. One that looks as though you spent a long time in the kitchen, even though it actually takes barely five minutes.

The idea mostly came about because I still had some lemon cookies and a few of those little meringues left over, and they were far too pretty to simply disappear into the back of a cupboard. So I layered everything in dessert glasses: crushed cookies on the bottom, creamy yogurt lime ice cream on top, and then a generous layer of crumbled meringue. A slice of lime on the rim, a little of the remaining lime swirl spooned over the top, and suddenly it looked very much like a carefully planned dessert rather than a way of using up leftovers.

We had actually planned to eat it straight away. Then we spontaneously decided to go out, so I simply placed the finished glasses in the freezer. To be honest, I was not entirely sure how the cookies and meringue would handle it. But the following evening came with a very pleasant surprise: the cookies were still crisp, the meringue had kept its texture, and the ice cream was, of course, exactly as it should be.

Ever since, I have thought that keeping ready-made dessert glasses in the freezer is almost a little ingenious. You open the freezer on a completely ordinary weekday and take out a dessert that is already finished, served in an ice-cold glass, with nothing else left to do.

Flavour-wise, it reminds me of limeade, only in the form of creamy ice cream. Fresh, slightly tangy, and sweet enough, with crunchy pieces in every spoonful. On a really hot summer day, this combination is hard to beat.

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Yogurt Lime Ice Cream Trifle
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Yogurt Lime Ice Cream Trifle

Yogurt Lime Ice Cream Trifle


  • Author: Kimberly
  • Total Time: 10 min
  • Yield: 2 1x

Description

This yogurt lime ice cream dessert tastes like an ice-cold, creamy limeade, only with crunchy lemon cookies and little pieces of meringue in between. Fresh, slightly tangy, and just sweet enough, it is the perfect summer dessert for hot days. The best part is that the dessert glasses can be prepared in advance and served straight from the freezer whenever guests stop by unexpectedly or an ordinary Tuesday could use something a little special.

GOOD TO HAVE ON HAND

  • pretty dessert bowls

Ingredients

Scale

Instructions

  1. Crumble the cookies into small pieces and divide them between the dessert glasses.
  2. Add 3 scoops of yogurt lime swirl ice cream to each glass.
  3. Crumble the meringue and sprinkle it over the ice cream.
  4. If you have any lime swirl left, drizzle it over the meringue.
  5. Finish by placing a lime slice on the rim of each glass.
  6. Serve immediately or place the glasses in the freezer until ready to serve.
  • Prep Time: 10 min

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Peach Strawberry Sorbet

Peach Strawberry Sorbet

Peach Strawberry Sorbet

Peach Strawberry Sorbet

July 8, 2026 by Kimberly

Sweet peaches, juicy strawberries, and a squeeze of lime. That’s all this homemade peach strawberry sorbet needs to taste like pure summer. It’s refreshing, completely dairy-free, and happens to come in a color I’d love to wear as blush. Whether as a light dessert on hot days, a cool-down in between, or a moment on the balcony that briefly feels like vacation: this sorbet simply makes summer a little better.

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TOTAL TIME

4 hrs + 20 min

SERVES

6 portions

DIET

vegetarian

EVERY RECIPE DESERVES

A Little Love Letter

Thursday, 7 a.m. While other people are still sleepily stirring their coffee, I’m in the kitchen puréeing fruit. Not because I have to, but because this sorbet wanted to get made and my calendar had no other slots left. This is what dedication looks like. The plan was actually a different one. Peaches were on the list, the supermarket had other ideas, and so it ended up being white nectarines. The recipe is still called peach strawberry sorbet, and I’m sticking with it.

That’s the beauty of homemade sorbet anyway: whether peach, nectarine, or whatever happens to be ripe and looking good, what matters in the end is that the fruit tastes like summer. Originally, the sorbet was also supposed to be two-toned, hence the two separate purées. Then I did some quick math on the extra waiting time that would have meant, and changed my mind. Both purées together, into the ice cream maker, done. And honestly? Best decision of the day. Sometimes impatience isn’t such a bad thing after all.

The result: a sorbet that’s fruity and refreshing, completely dairy-free, and feels like instant relief on a hot day. Sweet peach, strawberries, a squeeze of lime for freshness – that’s all it takes to make hot days a whole lot more bearable. And the best part: once it’s made, the sorbet waits patiently in the freezer for its big moment. Whether it’s unexpected guests, a warm evening on the balcony, or just a Tuesday that deserves a little reward. You’ll be glad it’s there.

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Peach Strawberry Sorbet
Peach Strawberry Sorbet

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Peach Strawberry Sorbet

Peach Strawberry Sorbet


  • Author: Kimberly
  • Total Time: 4 hrs + 20 min

Description

Sweet peaches, juicy strawberries, and a squeeze of lime. That’s all this homemade peach strawberry sorbet needs to taste like pure summer. It’s refreshing, completely dairy-free, and happens to come in a color I’d love to wear as blush. Whether as a light dessert on hot days, a cool-down in between, or a moment on the balcony that briefly feels like vacation: this sorbet simply makes summer a little better.

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Ingredients

Units Scale
  • 600 grams peaches
  • 500 grams strawberries
  • 180 grams white sugar
  • 2 limes

Instructions

  1. Add the peaches and strawberries to a blender with the sugar and lime juice, then blend until smooth.
  2. Pass the mixture through a sieve into a bowl and chill in the fridge for 4 hours.
  3. Pour the mixture into the ice cream maker and churn for 20 minutes. The sorbet can either be served straight away or transferred to the freezer for another 3–4 hours.
  • Prep Time: 20 min
  • Passive Time: 4 hrs

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Yogurt Lime Swirl Ice Cream

Yogurt Lime Swirl Ice Cream

Yogurt Lime Swirl Ice Cream

Yogurt Lime Swirl Ice Cream

July 7, 2026 by Kimberly

Creamy yogurt ice cream meets a fresh lime swirl. This homemade frozen yogurt is summer in a bowl. The yogurt base stays wonderfully creamy and scoopable even after freezing, while the lime swirl brings natural color and a bright hint of tartness for that wow-worthy marble look. Whether as a refreshing dessert, a sweet cool-down on hot days, or a showstopper at your next dinner party: this yogurt lime ice cream makes every summer moment a little more refreshing.

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TOTAL TIME

1 hour

SERVES

6 portions

DIET

vegetarian

EVERY RECIPE DESERVES

A Little Love Letter

Some recipes work on the first try. And then there’s this yogurt lime swirl ice cream. The lime swirl took me four attempts. Four! But hey, for a yogurt lime swirl ice cream, I wanted nothing less than perfect. My goal was clear: I wanted a homemade ice cream that doesn’t turn rock hard in the freezer, but stays beautifully creamy and scoopable. Sounds simple, but it isn’t. Anyone who has ever had to chisel ice cream out of the freezer knows exactly what I mean. So I tinkered, tested, tossed and on the fourth try, everything finally came together. Creamy, fresh, scoopable. Exactly the way I had imagined it.

I didn’t want to compromise on the color either. The swirl in this recipe gets its color entirely from natural ingredients. It was supposed to look like real lime not like plastic. The base is my tried-and-true Yogurt Ice Cream. Yogurt ice cream is my absolute favorite anyway that light freshness, that creaminess, that feeling of summer in a bowl. But paired with the tangy, fresh lime swirl? It takes the whole thing to a completely different level. The best part comes when you layer it: the yogurt base and lime swirl are added to the container in alternating layers and gently swirled with a knife, creating a gorgeous marble look.

Every scoop looks a little different, and that’s exactly what makes this frozen yogurt so special to me. It’s one of those recipes where even the plating is pure joy. Whether as dessert on a warm summer evening, a little cool-down in between, or the highlight of your next dinner with friends, this yogurt lime ice cream is my personal summer favorite. And I promise you: after the first spoonful, you’ll understand why I don’t regret a single one of those four attempts. I simply love everything about it.

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Yogurt Lime Swirl Ice Cream
Yogurt Lime Swirl Ice Cream

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Yogurt Lime Swirl Ice Cream

Yogurt Lime Swirl Ice Cream


  • Author: Kimberly
  • Total Time: 1 hours
  • Yield: 6 portions 1x

Description

Creamy yogurt ice cream meets a fresh lime swirl. This homemade frozen yogurt is summer in a bowl. The yogurt base stays wonderfully creamy and scoopable even after freezing, while the lime swirl brings natural color and a bright hint of tartness for that wow-worthy marble look. Whether as a refreshing dessert, a sweet cool-down on hot days, or a showstopper at your next dinner party: this yogurt lime ice cream makes every summer moment a little more refreshing.

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Ingredients

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ICE CREAM BASE
  • 750 grams greek yogurt (10% fat)
  • 145 milliliters full-fat cow milk
  • 145 grams heavy whipping cream
  • 125 grams white sugar
  • juice of 1 lemon
LIME SWIRL
  • 120 milliliters water
  • juice of 1 lime
  • 50 grams white sugar
  • zest of 1 lime
  • 6 grams clear cake glaze powder
  • 25 grams corn syrup
  • green food coloring

Instructions

LIME SWIRL

  1. Add the water, sugar, corn syrup, lime zest, and clear cake glaze powder to a small saucepan and whisk until smooth. Bring to a brief boil while stirring, until the mixture thickens slightly and turns glossy.
  2. Remove from the heat. Stir in the lime juice and food coloring and let it cool completely.

YOGURT ICE CREAM

  1. Depending on your ice cream maker, place the freezer bowl in the freezer at least 24 hours in advance.
  2. For the ice cream base, add the yogurt, milk, cream, sugar, and a little lemon juice to a large bowl. Whisk everything thoroughly until the sugar has dissolved and the mixture is smooth.
  3. Turn on the ice cream maker and pour in the yogurt mixture. Let it churn for about 15 minutes, until it reaches a creamy frozen yogurt consistency.

ASSEMBLY

  1. Layer the ice cream with the lime swirl in a freezer-safe container and swirl it gently with a knife, if desired.
  2. If you want to enjoy the ice cream soft and creamy right away, serve it immediately. For firmer scoops, freeze it for another 3–4 hours.
  • Prep Time: 1 hours

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Rhubarb Strawberry Almond Galette

Rhubarb Strawberry Almond Galette

Rhubarb Strawberry Almond Galette

Rhubarb Strawberry Almond Galette

May 1, 2025 by Kimberly

It tastes like warm weekends and early summer light. Flaky pastry, buttery almond cream, jammy fruit on top. It’s rustic in the best way. Best served with friends or a spoon.

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TOTAL TIME

2 hrs + 40 min

SERVES

8 pieces

DIET

vegetarian

EVERY RECIPE DESERVES

A Little Love Letter

You know those desserts that feel like you didn’t try too hard, but still look like a dream? This is one of them. A buttery, golden crust, soft-set fruit, and the kind of almond cream that makes you wonder why we ever stopped baking with frangipane in the first place. It’s the dessert you make when you’re trying to impress someone (including yourself) without sweating over it. Peak cozy elegance, especially in spring or early summer when berries and rhubarb are at their best.

This tart doesn’t need much, just something creamy on the side to balance the tang and crunch. A scoop of vanilla ice cream? Always. Lightly whipped cream? Also yes. A drizzle of vanilla sauce? Go for it. Serve it slightly warm or at room temp so the flavors can really come through. I like it best the day it’s made, shared at a table that’s maybe still messy from dinner and filled with good company.

Wrap up any leftovers and pop them in the fridge. It keeps well for up to two days, just reheat slightly before serving. And the best part: the crust stays crisp, which honestly feels like a little bit of magic

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Rhubarb Strawberry Almond Galette
Rhubarb Strawberry Almond Galette
Rhubarb Strawberry Almond Galette
Rhubarb Strawberry Almond Galette

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Rhubarb Strawberry Almond Galette

Rhubarb Strawberry Almond Galette


  • Author: Kimberly
  • Total Time: 2 hrs + 40 min
  • Yield: 8 1x

Description

RECOMMENDED EQUIPMENT

  • mixing bowl
  • plastic wrap
  • sharp knife
  • cutting board
  • two small bowls
  • rolling pin

Ingredients

Units Scale
DOUGH
  • 200 grams all-purpose flour
  • 150 grams butter, cold & cubed
  • 1 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1/4 tsp salt
  • 60 milliliters cold water
  • 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1 egg (for brushing the crust)
  • 2 tbsp white sugar (for topping the crust)
ALMOND CREAM
  • 50 grams butter, soft
  • 50 grams brown sugar
  • 70 grams grounded almonds
  • 1 egg
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
FRUITS
  • 200 grams fresh rhubarb
  • 200 grams fresh strawberries
  • 1 tsp powdered sugar
  • 1 tbsp corn starch
TOPPINGS
  • sliced almonds
  • ice cream, whipped cream or vanilla sauce

Instructions

  1. For the dough, combine the flour, sugar, and salt in a large mixing bowl. Add the cold butter in small cubes and work it in quickly with your hands until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs with pea-sized bits of butter throughout. Add the cold water and apple cider vinegar, then bring everything together with your hands until a rough dough forms. Shape it into a rectangle on your work surface, cut it into four equal pieces, stack them on top of each other, gently press together, and wrap the stack in plastic wrap. Chill in the fridge for about 45 minutes.
  2. Meanwhile, wash the rhubarb thoroughly, peel if necessary, and cut it into finger-length pieces. Depending on your preference, slice them into thin strips or slightly thicker chunks. Toss the rhubarb in a bowl with cornstarch and powdered sugar, then set aside. Wash and hull the strawberries, then slice them as well.
  3. Next, prepare the almond cream. Cream the soft butter and sugar until light and fluffy, then add the egg, salt, vanilla extract, and ground almonds. Mix until smooth and set aside.
  4. Preheat the oven to 200 °C / 392 °F. Remove the chilled dough from the fridge, let it rest briefly on a floured surface, then roll or press it out into a large, rustic circle using short movements. Don’t worry if the dough tears slightly, this is typical for shortcrust pastry and can be patched with leftover scraps. Gently roll the dough around your rolling pin and transfer it to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
  5. Spread the almond cream evenly over the dough, leaving a border of about 8 cm (3 inches) all around. Distribute the prepared fruit over the almond cream, then fold the edges of the dough over the filling and press them down gently. Brush the crust with oil or a beaten egg, sprinkle with sliced almonds and a bit of sugar, and bake the galette for about 40 minutes, or until golden brown.
  6. Serve best while still slightly warm paired with a scoop of ice cream, whipped cream, or vanilla sauce. I used pistachio ice cream, which pairs beautifully with the almond cream and the tart rhubarb.
  • Passive Time: 1 hr + 40 min
  • Cook Time: 60 min

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Vanilla Cream and Strawberry Jam Streusel Buns

Vanilla Cream and Strawberry Jam Streusel Buns

Vanilla Cream and Strawberry Jam Streusel Buns

Vanilla Cream & Strawberry Jam Streusel Buns

April 16, 2025 by Kimberly

Fluffy, golden buns filled with vanilla cream and strawberry jam, topped with buttery streusel. The kind of thing you’d bring out on Easter Sunday for coffee, cake, and quiet joy.

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TOTAL TIME

3 hrs + 30 min

SERVES

12 buns

DIET

vegetarian

EVERY RECIPE DESERVES

A Little Love Letter

These soft, pillowy buns are one of those things that somehow feel both nostalgic and wildly indulgent. We’re talking golden, fluffy dough, a silky vanilla filling, and a bright hit of strawberry jam, all topped with a delicate crumble of streusel. It’s giving cozy Sunday morning, messy counter, and a “just one more” situation. Whether you grew up with German-style sweet buns or not, this combo is the kind of thing that makes you pause mid-bite and just… smile.

These are lovely served warm, when the vanilla cream is still soft and the jam gently melts into the dough. But honestly? They’re just as dreamy cold. Straight from the fridge works, especially with a cup of coffee on a slow morning. Serve them stacked on a brunch platter or individually in cupcake liners for that little bakery moment. Optional, but highly recommended: a dusting of powdered sugar to make them feel extra special.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 2 days, or refrigerate for up to 4.

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Vanilla Cream and Strawberry Jam Streusel Buns
Vanilla Cream and Strawberry Jam Streusel Buns
Vanilla Cream and Strawberry Jam Streusel Buns
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Vanilla Cream and Strawberry Jam Streusel Buns


  • Author: Kimberly
  • Total Time: 3 hrs + 30 min

Description

RECOMMENDED EQUIPMENT

  • small saucepan
  • whisk
  • small bowl
  • stand mixer or electric hand mixer
  • plastic wrap
  • rectangular baking dish

Ingredients

Units Scale
DOUGH
  • 250 milliliters full-fat cow milk
  • 7 grams dry active yeast
  • 60 grams white sugar
  • 525 grams all-purpose flour (in Germany 550er)
  • 75 grams butter, soft
  • 1 egg
  • pinch of salt
VANILLA CREAM
  • 200 grams heavy cream
  • 90 milliliters full-fat cow milk
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 60 grams white sugar
  • 1 egg yolk
  • 20 grams cornstarch
STREUSEL
  • 100 grams all-purpose flour
  • 70 grams butter, soft
  • 70 grams white sugar
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • pinch of salt
OTHER INGREDIENTS
  • 200 grams strawberry jam (homemade or store-bought)
  • confectioners sugar

Instructions

  1. In a small saucepan, heat the cream with the sugar, vanilla extract, and half of the milk until it comes to a boil. In a separate bowl, whisk together the cornstarch, egg yolk, and remaining milk. Slowly pour the starch mixture into the boiling cream while whisking constantly until it thickens into a smooth pudding. Remove from heat and let cool completely. Set aside for later.
  2. Gently warm the milk to 38°C / 100°F and stir in the yeast and 1 tablespoon of the sugar. Let it sit for a few minutes until slightly foamy. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, remaining sugar, egg, soft butter, and salt. Add the yeast mixture and knead for about 10 minutes until you get a smooth, soft dough that doesn’t stick. Cover the bowl tightly with plastic wrap and let rise in a warm spot for 90 minutes.
  3. Combine the butter, sugar, flour, vanilla extract and a pinch of salt and mix until crumbly. Chill the streusel until ready to use.
  4. Once the dough has risen, knead it briefly and divide into 12 equal balls, about 80g / 3oz each. Line a rectangular baking dish with parchment paper and arrange the dough balls inside. Let them rest for 20 minutes.
  5. Use your thumbs and press in the middle of the dough ball to form kind of a bowl shape that is going to be filled each with 1 tablespoon of vanilla pudding and 1 heaping teaspoon of strawberry jam side by side.
  6. Preheat the oven to 180°C / 350°Ft. Sprinkle the chilled streusel generously over the buns and bake for about 55 minutes, or until golden. Serve slightly warm or fully cooled—both are delicious. Finish with a dusting of powdered sugar before serving.
  • Passive Time: 3 hours
  • Cook Time: 30 min

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