Dissolve yeast in warm water.

Combine warm milk, shortening, sugar, salt, and egg with dissolved yeast.

Add flour and mix just enough to combine ingredients.

Let rest for 5-8 minutes and work slightly.

Let rest until doubled in size.

Make balls the size of an egg.

Place on a greased baking sheet and brush with melted butter.

Let rise until light.

Press the center down to create a well.

Fill with your desired fruit filling.

Let rise for 15 minutes.

Bake at 375 degrees for 15 minutes, being careful not to overbake.