Moldavian Walnut Roll (Cozonac cu nuca si stafide)

walnuts

🥗Healthier: almonds

💰Cheaper: pecans

Almonds provide a similar texture with fewer calories.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil adds a unique flavor while being dairy-free.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey offers a natural sweetness with a distinct taste.

eggs

🥗Healthier: flaxseed meal

💰Cheaper: egg substitute

Flaxseed meal is a vegan alternative that binds well.

Prepare the dough by mixing flour, milk, sugar, egg yolks, yeast, melted butter, salt, rum extract, vanilla extract, and citrus peels.

Knead the dough until smooth and let it rise until doubled in size.

Prepare the filling by mixing grated walnuts, egg whites, icing sugar, milk, vanilla extract, rum extract, and cocoa powder.

Roll out the dough and spread the walnut filling evenly.

Add Turkish delight and raisins on top of the filling if desired.

Roll the dough tightly and place it into a greased loaf pan.

Let it rise again until puffy.

Preheat the oven and brush the top with egg wash.

Bake until golden brown and cooked through.

Cooking Techniques

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