Indulge in the sweet and nutty flavors of Poppy Seed or Nut Rolls, a delightful pastry originating from Central and Eastern Europe. These delicate rolls are a symphony of flavors and textures, featuring a soft and fluffy yeast dough enveloping a rich filling of either sweet poppy seeds or a mixture of chopped walnuts, sugar, spices, and sometimes raisins. The Poppy Seed Rolls, also known as Mohnrollen, offer a subtle crunch from the poppy seeds and a hint of citrus from the lemon zest, while the Nut Rolls, often called Nussrollen, boast a satisfying crunch from the walnuts and a touch of warmth from the cinnamon. Both variations are generously sprinkled with powdered sugar, giving them an irresistible snowy appearance. Whether you prefer the classic taste of poppy seeds or the nutty delight of walnuts, these rolls are sure to tantalize your taste buds and transport you to the heart of European baking traditions.
Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!
NUT ROLL AND POPPY SEED ROLL
Steps:
- Put flour in bowl and crumble yeast into flour. Cut in butter as for pie crust. Mix yolks and sour cream, vanilla (yeast in water if dry is used), and salt. Mix well with flour mixture well. Divide into 4 (6 for smaller rolls) parts and refrigerate in plastic wrap overnight.
- Roll out one piece of dough into rectangle on powdered sugar. Spread 1/2 of one type of filling evenly over rectangle of dough, leaving about 1 1/2 inches around edges. Roll jelly roll fashion and tuck in ends. Brush with beaten egg and bake on greased sheets in a preheated 350-degree F oven for 45 minutes.
- Combine all ingredients in a saucepan. Simmer for 30 minutes. Let cool entirely before using as a filling.
- Mix all ingredients together.
OLD WORLD POPPY SEED ROLL
Tender, soft, sweet yeast bread swirled with a creamy homemade poppy seed filling. Growing up, my mother and aunts always made this Eastern European bread for Easter and Christmas. Looks complicated, but is easy enough to make for an Old-World treat. I like it best after the second day.
Provided by Linda
Categories Bread Yeast Bread Recipes
Time 2h50m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Place poppy seeds into a food processor and process until seeds are ground, about 1 minute.
- Mix poppy seeds with 3/4 cup sugar, 1 tablespoon melted butter, lemon juice, and hot milk in a bowl; stir to combine. Cover poppy seed filling and refrigerate while making bread (filling will set up and thicken as it chills).
- Mix yeast with water and 2 tablespoons sugar in a small bowl. Allow to stand until the yeast forms a creamy layer.
- Whisk flour with salt in a bowl; use a pastry cutter to cut 1/4 cup butter into the flour mixture until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
- Pour yeast mixture and egg yolk into flour mixture and stir to make a soft dough.
- Turn dough out onto a floured work surface and knead until smooth and slightly springy, about 5 minutes. If dough is too sticky, knead in more flour, about 2 tablespoons at a time.
- Cut dough into 2 equal pieces. Roll each piece out into a 12x16-inch rectangle.
- Spread half the poppy seed filling over each rectangle, leaving a 1-inch border. Fold the 1-inch border back over the filling on all sides and press down.
- Pick up the shorter side of a dough rectangle and roll it like a jelly roll; repeat with second rectangle. Pinch ends together or tuck ends under to prevent filling from leaking out.
- Line a baking sheet with parchment paper; place rolls seam sides down on the baking sheet and allow to rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Beat egg white in a bowl until frothy; brush the rolls with beaten egg white.
- Bake in preheated oven until dark golden brown on top, 30 to 40 minutes. Remove from oven and cover rolls with a clean kitchen towel until cool to keep crust soft. Cool completely before slicing.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 216.3 calories, Carbohydrate 26.8 g, Cholesterol 21.8 mg, Fat 10.6 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 5 g, SaturatedFat 3.2 g, Sodium 109.5 mg, Sugar 13.3 g
POPPY SEED ROLLS
I've made these often for Sunday dinner, and they are delicious! There's nothing like homemade rolls to top off a meal.
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 40m
Yield 1-1/2 dozen.
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in water. Add 1 teaspoon of sugar; let stand for 5 minutes. Beat in milk, shortening, salt, egg and remaining sugar. Add enough flour to form a soft dough. , Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes. Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease top. Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1 hour. , Punch the dough down. Turn onto a lightly floured surface; divide into 18 pieces. Shape into balls. Place in greased muffin cups. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 30 minutes. , Brush tops with butter; sprinkle with poppy seeds. Bake at 375° for 11-13 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from pans to wire racks.
Nutrition Facts :
RUSSIAN POPPY SEED ROLL
This classic Russian yeast bread is filled with a sweet poppy seed filling with honey, raisins, and nuts. Simply delicious
Provided by Anonymous
Categories Bread Yeast Bread Recipes
Time 2h40m
Yield 16
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- Combine warm milk, yeast, and 1 teaspoon sugar in a large bowl; stir well. Let stand until yeast softens and begins to form a bubbly foam, about 5 minutes.
- Stir 1/2 cup sugar and lemon zest into the yeast mixture. Whisk in 2 eggs and egg yolks, 1 at time, mixing well after each addition. Add salt. Stir in flour gradually. Add melted butter and blend well. Knead dough until glossy and elastic, about 10 minutes. Form into a ball and place in a large, lightly-oiled bowl and turn to coat. Cover with a clean towel and let rise in a warm place until doubled in volume, about 1 hour.
- Place poppy seeds in a small pot and cover with 1 cup milk or more as needed. Bring to a simmer over medium heat. Remove from heat and let sit, 15 to 20 minutes. Drain milk. Pulse poppy seeds in a food processor, or leave them as is. Add raisins, egg whites, honey, 1/4 cup sugar, walnuts, and 3 1/2 tablespoons butter to poppy seeds and stir to combine for the filling.
- Punch down dough, turn out onto a lightly floured surface, and knead briefly. Divide dough in half and roll one portion into a 10-inch sheet. Cover with 1/2 the filling, leaving a 1/4- to 1/2-inch edge. Roll up into a log. Repeat with the second half.
- Arrange both rolls onto a greased baking sheet. Cover with a kitchen towel and let rise until doubled in volume, about 30 minutes more.
- Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
- Whisk remaining egg with 1 tablespoon water; brush mixture over tops of rolls.
- Bake rolls in the preheated oven until golden, 20 to 25 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 447.6 calories, Carbohydrate 60 g, Cholesterol 83 mg, Fat 18.9 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 11.7 g, SaturatedFat 6.7 g, Sodium 76.7 mg, Sugar 21.1 g
POPPY SEED OR NUT ROLL
A nice moderately sweet yeast Bread/coffee cake. Can be made with poppy seeds or ground nuts. Nice for breakfast in the morning with coffee or a no too sweet dessert.
Provided by Steve P.
Categories Yeast Breads
Time 5h
Yield 2 loaves, 24 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Combine all filling ingredients (except raisins) and beat well.
- Set aside.
- Dissolve yeast in 1/2 cup of the warm milk.
- Combine the flour, sugar, salt and eggs.
- Add remainder of the milk, butter and yeast mixture.
- Beat until elastic.
- Sprinkle top with a little flour and cover with a cloth.
- Let stand in a warm place until double in size.
- Punch down.
- Divide the dough into 2 pieces.
- Put on floured board and roll out into a rectangle.
- Spread with cooled filling and sprinkle with raisins.
- Roll like a jelly roll.
- Place in greased pan and let stand to rise again.
- Brush top with margarine or butter bake for 45-60 minutes in 350 degree oven.
Tips:
- Prep Your Ingredients: Before starting, measure and prep all your ingredients to avoid any scrambling in the middle of baking.
- Activate the Yeast: Ensure your yeast is active before using it. Mix it with warm milk and a bit of sugar, and let it sit for 5-10 minutes until it becomes frothy.
- Knead the Dough Well: To develop the gluten and achieve a smooth, elastic dough, knead it for at least 5-7 minutes by hand or with a stand mixer.
- Let the Dough Rise Properly: Allow the dough to rise in a warm, draft-free place until it doubles in size. This ensures a soft and fluffy texture.
- Shape the Dough Carefully: When shaping the rolls, handle the dough gently to prevent deflating it.
- Bake at the Right Temperature: Follow the recipe's baking instructions precisely to achieve the desired color and texture.
- Glaze While Warm: To get a shiny and flavorful glaze, brush the rolls with a simple sugar syrup or icing while they're still warm.
Conclusion:
Poppy seed or nut rolls are a delightful treat that combines sweet, nutty flavors with a soft, fluffy dough. Whether you prefer the classic poppy seed filling or the crunchy texture of nuts, these rolls are sure to impress. With careful preparation, kneading, rising, and baking, you can create bakery-quality rolls at home. So, gather your ingredients, put on your apron, and embark on a delightful baking journey with these irresistible poppy seed or nut rolls!
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