Polish Poppy Seed Roll
Polish Poppy Seed Roll, known as Makowiec, is a cherished traditional pastry that envelops a rich poppy seed filling in soft, sweet dough. This delightful roll is perfect for family gatherings, festive celebrations, or cozy brunches. With its unique flavors and beautiful presentation, it’s sure to impress your guests and leave them craving more.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour
- Yield: Approximately 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: Polish
Ingredients
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- 4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup ground poppy seeds
- 1 cup warm milk
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (melted)
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 2 teaspoons dried yeast
- 2 large eggs
Instructions
- Activate the Yeast: In a bowl, combine warm milk and sugar. Sprinkle yeast on top and let sit until frothy (about 5 minutes).
- Prepare the Dough: In a mixing bowl, combine flour, melted butter, eggs, and activated yeast mixture. Knead for about 10 minutes until smooth.
- Rise: Place dough in a greased bowl, cover with a towel, and let rise until doubled in size (about 1 hour).
- Make the Filling: Mix ground poppy seeds with sugar and just enough milk to create a spreadable paste.
- Shape Roll: Roll out the dough into a rectangle, spread the filling evenly, and roll tightly.
- Bake: Place seam-side down in a greased loaf pan, let rise for another 30 minutes, then bake at 350°F (175°C) for about 40 minutes or until golden brown.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 80mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 2g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 4g
- Cholesterol: 30mg