Who still remembers the smell of freshly baked rolls from the old East German bakery?
Golden brown and crispy on the outside, wonderfully soft and airy on the inside – that’s exactly how they were: the legendary DDR rolls. Simple, honest, and incredibly tasty.
This recipe brings the taste of childhood straight back into your home – no baking mixes, no fuss. Whether for breakfast with butter and jam or topped with cheese and cold cuts – these rolls are a real piece of baking tradition. With just a few ingredients, a bit of patience, and a good dose of nostalgia, you can bring the good old days back to your table.
🛒 Ingredients for 10–12 rolls:
500 g wheat flour (Type 550)
1 cube of fresh yeast (42 g)
250 ml lukewarm water
100 ml lukewarm milk
1 tsp sugar
1 tsp salt
2 tbsp sunflower oil
1 egg (for brushing)
👩🍳 Step-by-step preparation:
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