Aunt Dean’s Nut Roll or Let the Good Nuts Roll 🥜
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Prep Time: 2 hours
Total Time: 2 hours 30 minutes
Yield: 4 rolls
Description:
My Aunt Margie Dean, affectionately known as Aunt Dean, bestowed upon me this delightful recipe during my high school days. It’s a treat that strikes the perfect balance between sweetness and nuttiness, and the best part is, it freezes like a dream! I’ve made a slight tweak to Aunt Dean’s original recipe by opting for slightly larger nut pieces, but the essence of her creation remains intact.
Recipe Category:
Breads
Keywords:
Fruit, Nuts, Christmas, Weeknight, < 4 Hours
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 | Milk |
| 1 | Fresh yeast cake |
| 6 | Flour |
| 1 | Sugar |
| 2 | Salt |
| 1/2 | Butter |
| 1/2 | Sour cream |
| 4 | Salt |
| 1 | Ground walnuts |
| 4 | Sugar |
| 2 | Butter |
| 2 | Vanilla |
| 1 | Milk |
| 1 1/2 – 2 | Egg |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 2539.8
- Fat Content: 128.8g
- Saturated Fat Content: 50.8g
- Cholesterol Content: 425.6mg
- Sodium Content: 2248.7mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 315.1g
- Fiber Content: 10.8g
- Sugar Content: 152.9g
- Protein Content: 43.3g
Instructions:
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Crumble yeast in milk: Begin by crumbling the fresh yeast cake into the milk, ensuring it dissolves evenly.
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Sift flour, sugar, and salt: In a separate bowl, sift together the flour, sugar, and salt, ensuring there are no lumps.
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Work in butter: Incorporate the butter into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
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Add sour cream, yeast mixture, and egg yolks: Pour in the sour cream, yeast mixture (from step 1), and the egg yolks. Mix until a dough forms.
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Knead thoroughly: On a lightly floured surface, knead the dough thoroughly until it becomes smooth and elastic.
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Cover and refrigerate overnight: Cover the dough and place it in the refrigerator overnight to allow the flavors to meld and the dough to rise.
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Divide into 4 parts: The next day, divide the dough into 4 equal parts.
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Form rolls with nut filling: Roll out each portion of dough into a rectangle and spread the nut filling evenly over the surface. Roll up the dough tightly, sealing the edges.
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Brush tops with melted butter: Place the rolls seam side down on a baking sheet and brush the tops with melted butter for a golden finish.
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Let rise and bake: Allow the rolls to rise for 20 minutes in a warm, draft-free area. Then, bake them in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for approximately 30 minutes, or until they are golden brown and cooked through.
Nut Filling:
- Mix ingredients in order given: In a bowl, combine the ground walnuts, sugar, butter, vanilla, and milk. Gradually add the milk until the mixture reaches a soft, spreadable consistency, but not too watery.
Enjoy the aroma of freshly baked Aunt Dean’s Nut Roll as it fills your kitchen with warmth and anticipation. These delectable treats are perfect for sharing during the holidays or indulging in any time you crave a comforting, nutty delight!
