Berlin Buns

Directions

1. 1
   Cream half the sugar and yeast in a bowl and let stand for 5 minutes in a warm place.
2. 2
   Sift flour and salt into a bowl with remaining sugar.
3. 3
   Melt butter, warm the milk and egg.
4. 4
   Make a well in the center of the flour and add the yeast, eggs, milk and butter.
5. 5
   Work the mix until all are combined evenly.
6. 6
   Pat into a round. Cover with damp cloth and leave to rise in a warm place.
7. 7
   Turn onto a floured board and pull off 1.75 oz pieces and roll into balls.
8. 8
   Leave balls for 10-15 minutes.
9. 9
   Flatten balls with your hand.
10. 10
    Brush rounds with lightly beaten egg whites and place a spoonful of jam in the middle and seal.
11. 11
    Place on a tray and cover with tea towel and leave in a warm place to rise again.
12. 12
    Deep fry a few at a time in hot oil until golden brown. Remove with a slotted spoon, drain on paper and dust with cinnamon sugar or powdered sugar.