Salty Breadsticks

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.

Prep Time 20 mins

Cook Time 15 mins

Total Time 35 mins

Cuisine: Balkan Kitchen

Courses: Breakfast

Servings: 10

Estimated Cost: 1

Calories: 200

Description

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

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

Instructions

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.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 10

Amount Per Serving
Calories 200kcal

Note

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.