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Chocolate-Filled Pampushky Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup butter, softened
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup milk
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1/2 cup semi-sweet chocolate chips
- 1/4 cup heavy cream

Special Equipment Needed:
- Rolling pin
- 2-inch round cookie cutter
- Baking sheet
- Parchment paper
- Saucepan

Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
2. In a medium bowl, whisk together flour, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, cream together butter and sugar until light and fluffy.
4. Beat in eggs, one at a time, until fully incorporated.
5. Add in the flour mixture, alternating with the milk, until a soft dough forms.
6. On a lightly floured surface, roll out the dough to a 1/4-inch thickness.
7. Cut out 2-inch rounds with a cookie cutter and place on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
8. Bake for 10 minutes, or until lightly golden.
9. Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, melt together the chocolate chips and cream over low heat.
10. Once the pampushky are cool, fill each one with a teaspoon of the melted chocolate mixture.
11. Serve warm.

Time:
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 10 minutes
Temperature: 350 degrees Fahrenheit
Serving Size: Makes 24 pampushky

Nutritional Information:
Calories: 140
Fat: 7 g
Carbohydrates: 16 g
Protein: 2 g

Substitutions for Ingredients:
- For the all-purpose flour, you can use gluten-free flour.
- For the butter, you can use vegan butter or coconut oil.
- For the sugar, you can use coconut sugar or maple syrup.
- For the eggs, you can use flax eggs or applesauce.
- For the milk, you can use almond milk or oat milk.

Variations:
- For a different flavor, you can add 1/4 teaspoon of ground cinnamon to the dough.
- For a different filling, you can use peanut butter or Nutella instead of the melted chocolate.

Tips and Tricks:
- For a crispier pampushky, bake for an additional 2-3 minutes.
- For a softer pampushky, bake for an additional 5 minutes.

Storage Instructions:
Store the pampushky in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.

Reheating Instructions:
Reheat the pampushky in a 350 degree Fahrenheit oven for 5 minutes, or until warm.

Presentation Ideas:
- Serve the pampushky on a platter with fresh berries and mint leaves.
- Stack the pampushky on a plate and drizzle with melted chocolate.

Garnishes:
- Sprinkle with powdered sugar.
- Drizzle with melted chocolate.
- Top with chopped nuts.

Pairings:
- Coffee
- Tea
- Hot chocolate

Suggested Side Dishes:
- Fruit salad
- Yogurt parfait
- Granola

Troubleshooting Advice:
- If the dough is too sticky, add a little more flour.
- If the dough is too dry, add a little more milk.

Food Safety Advice:
- Make sure all ingredients are at room temperature before using.
- Make sure the pampushky are completely cooled before filling.

Food History:
Pampushky are a traditional Ukrainian pastry that are usually filled with sweetened cheese or jam.

Flavor Profiles:
The pampushky are sweet and buttery, with a hint of vanilla and chocolate.

Serving Suggestions:
- Serve the pampushky with a dollop of whipped cream.
- Serve the pampushky with a scoop of ice cream.

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Region: Ukrainian

Taste: Sweet, Rich, Chocolatey, Fluffy, Savory