Nut and Poppy Seed Roll Hedeg Kelet
Indulge in the timeless elegance of the Nut and Poppy Seed Roll Hedeg Kelet, a classic Eastern European pastry that intertwines rich flavors and irresistible aromas. Perfect for festive gatherings or as a comforting treat, this recipe features a tender, buttery yeast dough rolled with two distinct, luscious fillings: a sweet walnut paste delicately enhanced with honey and lemon zest, and a finely ground poppy seed mixture that harmonizes sweetness with a hint of citrus. The result is a beautifully spiraled pastry with layers of golden crust and decadent filling. With just the right balance of prep and bake time, this recipe is well worth the effort. Slice into these rolls for a visually stunning and mouthwateringly delicious addition to your dessert table, ideal alongside a warm cup of coffee or tea.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 500 grams all-purpose flour
- 200 grams unsalted butter
- 50 grams granulated sugar
- 7 grams dry yeast
- 200 milliliters whole milk
- 2 large egg yolks
- 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 200 grams ground walnuts
- 200 grams poppy seeds
- 100 grams powdered sugar
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- 1 batch egg wash (1 egg beaten with 1 tablespoon milk)
Instructions
Heat the milk gently until warm (not hot) and mix in the dry yeast and 1 teaspoon of sugar. Allow it to activate for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, salt, and remaining sugar. Cut in the butter until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Add the activated yeast mixture, egg yolks, and vanilla extract to the flour mixture. Knead the dough until smooth and elastic, about 8-10 minutes. Cover with a towel and let it rise in a warm spot for 1 hour or until it doubles in size.
While the dough is rising, prepare the fillings. For the nut filling: Mix the ground walnuts, half of the powdered sugar, 1 tablespoon of honey, and half of the lemon zest in a bowl, adding a little warm milk if needed to form a spreadable paste.
For the poppy seed filling: Grind the poppy seeds finely in a blender or coffee grinder. Mix the ground poppy seeds with the remaining powdered sugar, honey, and lemon zest, adding a little warm milk if needed to form a spreadable paste.
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into two equal portions. Roll out each portion into a rectangle approximately 1/4-inch thick.
Spread the nut filling on one portion of the dough and the poppy seed filling on the other, leaving 1 inch of space at the edges. Roll each rectangle tightly into a log and pinch the seams closed.
Place the rolls seam-side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Cover loosely with plastic wrap and allow them to rise for another 30 minutes.
Preheat your oven to 180°C (355°F). Brush the rolls generously with the egg wash.
Bake for 40-45 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove from the oven and let cool completely before slicing.
Slice into 1-inch thick pieces and serve as a delightful treat with coffee or tea.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
566 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 33.7 g | 43% | |
| Saturated Fat | 11.2 g | 56% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 87 mg | 29% | |
| Sodium | 184 mg | 8% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 56.7 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.7 g | 20% | |
| Total Sugars | 17.5 g | ||
| Protein | 12.0 g | 24% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.6 mcg | 3% | |
| Calcium | 291 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 3.9 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 278 mg | 6% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
