Poppy Seed Roll

Cooking time: 120 minutes

by Anna12

Ingredients

• Flour: 2 cup
• Honey: 0.5 cup
• Salt: 0.5 teaspoons
• Warm Milk: 0.5 cup

Summary

Polish Makowiec is a traditional dessert enjoyed during holidays and special occasions. This sweet yeast dough is rolled around a rich and flavorful poppy seed filling, creating a delicious treat with a delightful texture and taste.

Instructions

Start by making the dough. In a large mixing bowl, combine the warmed milk, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for about 5-10 minutes until foamy. Add the melted butter, egg, vanilla extract, and salt. Gradually add the flour, mixing until a dough forms. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.

Meanwhile, prepare the poppy seed filling. In a small saucepan, combine the ground poppy seeds, honey, hot milk, raisins (if using), and lemon zest. Cook over medium-low heat, stirring constantly, for about 10 minutes until thickened. Remove from heat and let it cool.

Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out on a floured surface into a rectangle, about 12x16 inches. Spread the cooled poppy seed filling evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges. Starting from one long side, roll the dough tightly into a log. Pinch the seam to seal.

Carefully transfer the roll onto a parchment-lined baking sheet, seam side down. Cover with a damp cloth and let it rise again for about 30 minutes.

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the makowiec in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until golden brown. Remove from the oven and let it cool on a wire rack.

Once cooled, dust the makowiec with powdered sugar. Slice and serve this delicious Polish poppy seed roll as a dessert or treat for special occasions. Enjoy the rich flavors and textures of this classic Polish dessert!