DDR Rolls – Crispy Like the Old Days, Lovingly Homemade! | August 23, 2025

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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