Snails for the children's package

Tasty Snails for Kids' Lunchbox

Start the school year with smiles and delicious flavors! This recipe for tasty snails is the perfect solution to replace the classic sandwich in your child's lunchbox. Easy to prepare and full of flavor, these snails can be customized to suit everyone's preferences. Plus, they are an excellent way to introduce more healthy ingredients into your little ones' diet.

Preparation Time:
- Active time: 30 minutes
- Rising time: 50 minutes
- Baking time: 25 minutes
- Total: 1 hour and 45 minutes
- Servings: 12 snails

Ingredients

For the Dough:
- 150 ml warm milk
- 150 ml buttermilk
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 2 tablespoons olive oil (plus 1 tablespoon for greasing the work surface)
- 500 g all-purpose flour
- 25 g fresh yeast

For the Filling:
- 4 slices of smoked cheese (or your preferred type)
- 8 slices of plain cheese
- 10 slices of ham (or alternatively, 5 slices of dry salami)
- 1 package of soft cheese (e.g., Delaco)

For the Glaze:
- 1 egg yolk
- 2 tablespoons milk

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. Preparing the Dough
To achieve a fluffy and delicious dough, start by adding the ingredients to the bread machine in the following order:
- Warm milk (150 ml)
- Buttermilk (150 ml)
- Salt
- Sugar
- Olive oil (2 tablespoons)
- Flour (500 g)
- Fresh yeast (25 g)

Set the machine to the kneading program and let the dough rise for 20-30 minutes. If you don’t have a bread machine, you can knead the dough by hand in a large bowl until it becomes elastic and smooth.

2. Shaping the Snails
Once the dough has risen, turn it out onto a work surface greased with a tablespoon of olive oil. Roll it out with a rolling pin into a medium-thick sheet (not too thin, but not too thick).

Evenly spread the soft cheese over the entire surface of the dough, followed by the slices of cheese and ham (or salami). You can also add vegetables like slices of bell pepper, tomatoes, or zucchini for a fresh and healthy touch.

3. Rolling the Dough
Roll the dough tightly lengthwise to form a log. Cut the log into slices about 2 fingers thick and place them face up in a greased and floured baking dish.

4. Final Rising
Let the snails rise for another 15-20 minutes, covering them with a clean towel to prevent them from drying out. This step is essential for achieving a fluffy texture.

5. Baking
In a small bowl, mix the egg yolk with the 2 tablespoons of milk and brush each snail with this mixture. Preheat the oven to 180 degrees Celsius and bake the snails for 20-25 minutes, or until they are golden and nicely browned.

Serving and Storage
The snails are delicious both warm and cold. You can serve them alongside a glass of buttermilk or creamy yogurt for a fresh and tasty addition.

They store well in airtight containers for 2-3 days without drying out or becoming hard.

Practical Tips
- Ingredient Care: Make sure the cheese and ham slices are thin to allow the dough to roll without tearing.
- Variations: Feel free to experiment with different fillings, adding sautéed mushrooms, olives, or fresh dill.
- Frequently Asked Questions:
- Can I use dry yeast? Yes, 10 g of dry yeast is equivalent to 25 g of fresh yeast.
- How can I make the snails healthier? You can use whole wheat flour instead of white flour, or add vegetables to the filling.

Nutrients and Calories
These snails are a balanced choice, as they include dairy, protein from meat, and carbohydrates from flour. A serving of 2 snails contains approximately 300-350 calories, depending on the filling.

Final Notes
These snails are not only a fantastic choice for kids' lunchboxes but also a perfect opportunity to spend time in the kitchen together with your little ones. Add them to your weekend meals or picnics, and you will surely be appreciated! Enjoy and have a school year full of joy and delicious moments!

 Ingredients: For the dough: 150 ml milk 150 ml buttermilk 1 teaspoon salt 1 tablespoon sugar 2 tablespoons olive oil + 1 tablespoon to grease the work surface 500 g flour 650 25 g fresh yeast For the filling: slices of cheese (I had 4 slices of smoked cheese + 8 slices of plain cheese) slices of ham (whatever you have and like.. I had 10 slices of ham + 5 slices of dried salami) 1 box of soft cheese from Delaco For brushing on top: 1 egg yolk 2 tablespoons milk

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