Poppy Seed Roll Recipe: A Delectable Journey into the World of Yeast Breads
✨ Introduction:
Embark on a delightful culinary adventure with this exquisite Poppy Seed Roll recipe, a gem passed down from my sister’s cherished cookbook. This yeast bread creation boasts a perfect balance of flavors, melding the richness of poppy seeds with the sweetness of dates and currants. Perfect for any occasion, this poppy seed roll will surely become a family favorite.

⏰ Time Table:
Preparation Time | Cooking Time | Total Time |
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20 minutes | 1 hour | 1 hour 20 minutes |
🍞 Ingredients:
- 4 cups flour
- 1 packet active dry yeast
- 3/4 cup milk
- 1/2 cup butter
- 1/2 cup margarine
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 3 eggs
- 1 lemon zest
- 1 cup poppy seeds
- 1/2 cup dates
- 1/2 cup currants
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1/4 cup flour
- 1/3 cup almonds
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1 egg
- 1/2 cup orange peel
🌟 Nutritional Information (Per Serving):
- Calories: 848.1
- Fat: 37.4g
- Saturated Fat: 16g
- Cholesterol: 179.1mg
- Sodium: 540mg
- Carbohydrates: 115.4g
- Fiber: 8.5g
- Sugar: 56.4g
- Protein: 17.9g
👩🍳 Instructions:
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Combine Flour and Yeast:
In a large mixing bowl, combine 1 1/2 cups of flour and the active dry yeast. -
Prepare Milk Mixture:
In a heavy saucepan over low heat, warm the milk, butter, sugar, and salt until it reaches 120-130°F. Gradually add this mixture to the flour and yeast, beating at low speed until well blended. Beat in the eggs. -
Create Dough:
Add 1/2 cup flour and lemon peel, beating at high speed for 2 minutes. Stir in the remaining flour with a wooden spoon to form a soft dough. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth and elastic. -
First Rise:
Place the dough in a greased bowl, covering it with a clean towel. Allow it to rise in a warm, draft-free place for 1 to 1 1/2 hours or until doubled in bulk. -
Prepare Filling:
Mix poppy seeds, dates, almonds, currants, orange peel, sugar, and flour in a bowl. Melt butter in a saucepan, then beat cream and egg together. Stir this mixture into the saucepan until blended. Add the poppy seed mixture and cook over low heat for 3 minutes, stirring constantly. Set aside to cool. -
Roll and Fill:
Roll out the dough on a floured surface to a 14×16-inch rectangle. Spread the poppy seed mixture evenly, leaving a 1/2-inch border. Roll up the dough jelly-roll style from both short ends, sealing the rolls together. -
Second Rise:
Place the roll, seam side down, on a greased cookie sheet. Cover and let it rise for 40 to 50 minutes until almost doubled in bulk. -
Preheat and Glaze:
Preheat the oven to 375°F. Brush the glaze over the roll. -
Bake to Perfection:
Bake for 35 to 40 minutes until the roll achieves a golden brown perfection. -
Cool and Enjoy:
Let the Poppy Seed Roll cool completely on a wire rack before slicing and savoring the goodness within.
Indulge in the mesmerizing aroma and delightful taste of this Poppy Seed Roll, a labor of love that promises to elevate your baking prowess and bring joy to every bite. Happy baking! 🌼✨