🍞 Hungarian Walnut and Poppy Seed Rolls (Diós és Mákos Kalács) 🇭🇺✨
👨🍳 Step-by-Step Instructions
1. Prepare the Dough
1️⃣ In a small bowl, mix warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let sit for 5 minutes until foamy. 🫧 2️⃣ In a large bowl, combine flour, salt, and lemon zest. Add the egg yolks, melted butter, and yeast mixture. 3️⃣ Knead into a soft dough (about 10 minutes), then cover and let rise for 1 hour, until doubled in size. ⏳
2. Make the Fillings
🥄 For Walnut Filling: Mix ground walnuts, sugar, honey, lemon zest, vanilla, and warm milk until smooth. ⚫ For Poppy Seed Filling: Do the same with ground poppy seeds instead of walnuts.
3. Assemble the Rolls
1️⃣ Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. 2️⃣ Divide the dough in half. Roll out each piece into a rectangle (about 10×12 inches/25×30 cm). 3️⃣ Spread one rectangle with the walnut filling, the other with poppy seed filling, leaving a ½-inch border. 4️⃣ Carefully roll each into a log, tucking in the ends. Place seam-side down on the baking sheet.
4. Bake Until Golden
1️⃣ Brush the rolls with the egg wash for a shiny crust. 2️⃣ Bake for 30-35 minutes, until golden brown. 3️⃣ Let cool before slicing. Dust with powdered sugar for a festive touch! ❄️
🎉 Serve & Enjoy!
Slice and serve with coffee or tea, or enjoy as a holiday treat! ☕🍞
💡 Tips & Variations
🔹 Richer Dough? Add a tablespoon of sour cream for extra softness. 🥛 🔹 Crunchy Topping? Sprinkle chopped walnuts or poppy seeds on top before baking. 🔹 Extra Sweetness? Drizzle with honey or a light glaze. 🍯
This classic Hungarian pastry is cozy, nostalgic, and utterly delicious! Would you try walnut, poppy seed, or both? 😊💛
