Makowiec: A Traditional Polish Poppy Seed Roll Cake Perfect For Christmas And Holiday Baking

poppy seeds

🥗Healthier: ground flaxseeds

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Flaxseeds provide omega-3s while sunflower seeds are budget-friendly.

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil is dairy-free and healthier, while margarine is often less expensive.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey offers natural sweetness, while brown sugar is often cheaper.

raisins

🥗Healthier: dried cranberries

💰Cheaper: sultanas

Cranberries add a tart flavor, while sultanas are usually less costly.

Mix together the yeast, milk, and sugar using a hand mixer on low speed.

Add in the flour, butter, and 4 egg yolks, and continue mixing until a smooth dough forms.

Cover and let sit for 1 hour.

Mix together the remaining egg whites with a pinch of salt until stiff peaks form.

Add the poppy seed filling and mix until well combined.

Lightly knead the dough and divide it in half.

Roll each half into a rectangle (about 12×14 inches) and spread the poppy seed filling over the entire surface area, leaving a 1-inch border on all sides.

Roll the long side of the dough up tightly, seal the edges, and place each roll on a greased baking sheet.

Cover the dough and let it rest for 20 minutes.

Bake at 350°F for 35 minutes, or until golden brown.

Pour the icing on top of each roll, sprinkle with candied orange peel, and serve!

Cooking Techniques

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