Hungarian Walnut and Poppy Seed Rolls (Diós és Mákos Kalács)

Hungarian Walnut and Poppy Seed Rolls (Diós és Mákos Kalács) – Recipe Only

Ingredients – Dough:

• 500 g all-purpose flour
• 50 g sugar
• 1 packet (7 g) dry yeast
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 250 ml milk, lukewarm
• 50 g butter, melted
• 1 egg

Ingredients – Walnut Filling:

• 150 g ground walnuts
• 3–4 tbsp sugar
• 2–3 tbsp milk
• 1 tsp cinnamon (optional)

Ingredients – Poppy Seed Filling:

• 150 g poppy seeds, ground
• 3–4 tbsp sugar
• 2–3 tbsp milk

Topping:

• 1 egg, beaten (for brushing)
• Powdered sugar (optional)

Instructions:

1. Dissolve yeast in lukewarm milk with a teaspoon of sugar; let it foam.
2. Mix flour, sugar, and salt. Add melted butter, egg, and yeast mixture; knead into a soft dough.
3. Cover and let rise 1–1.5 hours until doubled.
4. Divide dough into portions; roll each into a rectangle.
5. Spread either walnut or poppy seed filling evenly over the dough.
6. Roll up tightly and pinch seams.
7. Place rolls on a lined baking tray; brush with beaten egg.
8. Bake at 180°C (350°F) for 25–30 minutes until golden.
9. Cool slightly, dust with powdered sugar if desired, and serve.