Poale-n brâu are traditional Romanian pastries filled with a sweet cream based on cottage cheese. They are popular in Moldova the easternmost region of Romania.
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However you can also find them in other parts of Romania usually under the name "Brânzoaica" (Brânzoici plural) although the recipe and cooking technique may differ slightly. You can find them in many bakeries and shops all over the country and people enjoy them for breakfast or as a sweet snack.
The unusual name of these buns literally translated from bottom to waist comes from the way the dough is folded. The corners of the square dough are brought to the center in the form of an envelope that covers the filling and prevents it from leaking into the pan.
In the fall or winter poale-n-brâu is the perfect comfort food. Cottage cheese and raisins folded into a sweet airy and flavorful dough make this dessert a treat that is hard to beat.
