POPPY SEED SWIRL LOAVES

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During the holidays, "Makowiec" makes an appearance in many Polish homes.-Taste of Home Test Kitchen

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h25m

Yield 2 loaves (14 slices each).

Number Of Ingredients 26

1 pound poppy seeds (about 2-1/2 cups)
1/2 cup chopped almonds
2 tablespoons butter
3/4 cup sugar
1/2 cup chopped candied citron
1 large egg
1/4 cup chopped candied orange peel
1/4 cup honey
1 teaspoon grated lemon zest
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 large egg whites
DOUGH:
2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast
1/4 cup warm water (110° to 115°)
4 to 4-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 cup confectioners' sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup cold butter
1/2 cup sour cream
2 large eggs, room temperature
2 large egg yolks, room temperature
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
GLAZE:
1 cup confectioners' sugar
1 tablespoon lemon juice

Steps:

  • Place poppy seeds in a small saucepan and cover with water. Bring to a boil. Remove from the heat; let stand until cool. Strain through a fine mesh strainer., Place poppy seeds and almonds in a food processor; cover and process until blended. In a large skillet, melt butter. Add sugar and poppy seed mixture; cook and stir over low heat for 10 minutes. Remove from the heat. Transfer to a large bowl; cool to room temperature. , Stir in the citron, egg, orange peel, honey, lemon zest and vanilla. In a small bowl, beat egg whites on high speed until stiff peaks form. Gradually fold into poppy seed mixture; set aside., In a small bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water; let stand for 5 minutes. In a large bowl, combine 3 cups flour, confectioners' sugar and salt; cut in butter until crumbly. Add the sour cream, eggs, egg yolks, lemon zest, vanilla and yeast mixture; mix well. Stir in enough remaining flour to form a soft dough. , Turn onto a floured surface; knead until smooth and elastic, about 6-8 minutes. Divide dough in half. Roll each portion into a 14x12-in. rectangle. Spread poppy seed filling over each rectangle to within 1/2 in. of edges. Roll up jelly-roll style, starting with a long side; pinch seams to seal and tuck ends under. , Place loaves seam side down on greased baking sheets. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 45 minutes., Bake at 350° for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from pans to wire racks. Cool for 15 minutes. Combine glaze ingredients; drizzle over loaves.

Nutrition Facts :

Sadam Shakaram
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This recipe is a dud. The bread was dry and tasteless.


Renz Gumapos
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The bread didn't rise very much. I think I might have used too much flour.


Moola Tsheko
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This bread is a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I'll try reducing the amount of sugar next time.


Alamin Dali
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I used a gluten-free flour blend, and the bread still turned out great! This recipe is a great option for people with celiac disease or gluten sensitivities.


carla aird
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I substituted almond milk for the regular milk, and it turned out great! This bread is a great option for people with dairy allergies.


Ak Bhai
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This bread is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's worth the effort. The end result is a delicious and beautiful loaf of bread.


Khorshed Alom
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I'm not a baker, but I was able to make this bread without any problems. It's a great recipe for beginners.


Mehmood Ahmed
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times now, and it always turns out perfectly. My family loves it.


Kevin Brains
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I added a little bit of lemon zest to the poppy seed filling, and it turned out amazing! The citrus flavor really brightened up the bread.


Hassan G
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This bread is perfect for a quick and easy breakfast or snack. I love that I can make it ahead of time and freeze it for later.


Maximilian
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I'm not sure what I did wrong, but my bread didn't rise very much. It was still tasty, but it wasn't as fluffy as I hoped.


Xasan Malik
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I made this bread for a potluck, and it was a hit! Everyone loved the unique flavor of the poppy seed swirl. I'll definitely be making this again.


Ashaun GhostFaceTrucker
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This was my first time making bread from scratch, and I'm so glad I chose this recipe! The instructions were easy to follow, and the bread turned out perfectly. I love the way the poppy seeds add a little bit of crunch to the soft bread.


Galaxy HuTao
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The bread turned out a bit dry. I think I might have overbaked it. However, the poppy seed filling was delicious.


Fatima Riyah
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This recipe was a bit too sweet for my taste. I think I'll try reducing the amount of sugar next time. Otherwise, the bread was good.


Asab Uddin
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I'm not a huge fan of poppy seeds, but I thought I'd give this recipe a try. I was pleasantly surprised! The bread was light and fluffy, and the poppy seed filling was subtle but flavorful. I'll definitely be making this again.


Md sowaieb
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This bread was a bit more work than I expected, but it was worth it! The end result was a beautiful, swirled loaf that was perfect for slicing and serving. The poppy seed filling added a nice touch of sweetness and crunch.


Ciera Kelley
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I've made this recipe twice now, and it's become a favorite in our household. The bread is moist and flavorful, with the perfect amount of poppy seed swirl. It's a great addition to any breakfast or brunch table.


Zaman Jutt
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Poppy Seed Swirl Bread was a DELIGHTFUL TREAT! The bread was soft and fluffy, and the poppy seed filling was sweet and nutty. My family loved it!