Slanci

These homemade Balkan slanci are soft, fluffy breadsticks that are even better than the ones from the bakery. They are a childhood favorite snack often packed for school breakfasts or enjoyed warm straight from the oven.

What makes them special is the soft dough combined with a buttery texture and a light salty crust on top. The dough is simple, but the technique of rolling, resting, and baking creates that perfect bakery-style result at home.

They are warm, comforting, and incredibly addictive—perfect for breakfast, school snacks, or sharing with family.

Salty Breadsticks

Soft Balkan breadsticks made from simple yeast dough, brushed with butter and a salty glaze. Crispy outside, fluffy inside, perfect school snack or breakfast.

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Prep Time 20 minutes mins

Cook Time 15 minutes mins

Total Time 1 hour hr 35 minutes mins

Servings: 10

Cuisine: Balkan

Calories: 200

Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• 600 g all-purpose flour
• 1 packet dry yeast
• 1 tsp sugar
• 1 tsp salt
• 40 ml oil
• 400 ml milk
• Butter for brushing

PREAM COATING

• 1 tbsp salt
• 2 tbsp flour
• 1/3 tsp baking soda
• 4 tbsp water

Method

 

1. Mix flour, yeast, sugar, salt, milk, and oil into a soft dough.
2. Knead and let it rise for 30 minutes.
3. Divide dough into 10 equal pieces.
4. Roll each piece into a thin oval shape.
5. Brush with softened butter and roll into breadstick shape.
6. Let rest for 20 minutes.
7. Brush with milk and bake at 180°C for 15 minutes.
8. Mix all coating ingredients and put into a piping bag.
9. Spray slanci with the coating and bake for 1 more minute.
10. Brush with a little oil at the end for shine.

Notes

Do not skip resting time—it makes them soft inside.
Butter between layers creates bakery-style texture.
Best eaten warm, fresh from the oven.
You can add sesame seeds for extra flavor.