Povitica Recipe

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil offers a dairy-free option while maintaining moisture.

ground walnuts

🥗Healthier: ground almonds

💰Cheaper: mixed nuts

Ground almonds provide a similar texture with fewer calories.

powdered sugar

🥗Healthier: coconut sugar

💰Cheaper: granulated sugar

Coconut sugar has a lower glycemic index.

eggs

🥗Healthier: flaxseed meal

💰Cheaper: applesauce

Flaxseed meal is a great egg substitute for binding.

Mix flour, sugar, and salt in a large bowl.

Dissolve yeast in warm milk and let sit until frothy, about 5-10 minutes.

Add melted butter, eggs, and vanilla to the yeast mixture; stir to combine.

Gradually add the flour mixture, mixing until a dough forms.

Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth.

Place the dough in a greased bowl; cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, about 1-2 hours.

Prepare the filling by mixing ground walnuts, sugar, cinnamon, and lemon zest in a bowl.

Roll out the dough into a large rectangle on a floured surface.

Spread the walnut filling evenly over the dough, leaving a small border.

Roll the dough tightly from one long side to the other, pinching the edges to seal.

Place the rolled dough in a greased loaf pan; cover and let rise for another 30-45 minutes.

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Bake for 30-40 minutes until golden brown.

Allow to cool before dusting with powdered sugar and slicing.

Cooking Techniques

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