Classic Poppy Seed Rolls: A Delightful Twist on Traditional Sweet Breads

Dive into the delightful flavors of our Classic Poppy Seed Rolls, featuring a soft, fluffy dough filled with a rich and creamy poppy seed filling. These rolls are a traditional favorite, combining the light sweetness of the dough with the nutty, slightly sweet filling, making each bite irresistibly delicious.

Why You'll Love This Recipe: These rolls bring a touch of nostalgia and comfort with every bite. The process of making the sponge, dough, and filling from scratch results in a deeply satisfying baking experience. The aroma of baking bread mixed with the sweet scent of poppy seeds creates a warm, inviting atmosphere in your home.

Perfect Occasion: Poppy seed rolls are perfect for breakfast, as a snack, or as a dessert. They are particularly popular during holidays and family gatherings but are also a fantastic choice for any day when you want something special and homemade.

Decoration Tips: Before baking, you can brush the rolls with an egg wash to give them a shiny, golden finish. Sprinkle with coarse sugar or a light dusting of powdered sugar once they're baked and cooled for a decorative touch.

• Ingredients:
  • For the sponge:
    • 150 ml of warm milk (3.2% fat)
    • 4 g of dry yeast
    • 10 g of sugar
    • 75 g of sifted flour
  • For the dough:
    • Sponge mixture
    • 250 g of sifted flour
    • 2 g of salt
    • 1 egg
    • 30 g of sugar
    • 50 g of butter, softened
  • For the filling:
    • 170 g of poppy seeds
    • 350 ml of milk
    • 130 g of sugar
    • 50 g of butter
• Instructions:
  1. Sponge:
     • Mix warm milk, yeast, sugar, and flour in a bowl. Cover with plastic wrap and let sit in a warm place for 40 minutes.
  2. Dough:
     • In a large bowl, combine the egg, sugar, salt, and sponge. Mix well.
     • Add softened butter and gradually incorporate the flour, kneading into a smooth dough (5-10 minutes).
     • Cover the dough and let it rise in a warm place for about an hour.
  3. Filling:
     • Pour boiling water over poppy seeds, let sit for 5 minutes, then drain.
     • Add milk to poppy seeds and cook on medium heat until the milk is nearly evaporated, stirring occasionally.
     • Stir in sugar and butter, cook for another 10 minutes until thickened, then cool.
  4. Assembly:
     • Roll out the dough into a rectangle, spread the filling evenly over it, then roll up into a log.
     • Cut into 3-4 cm thick slices using thread or dental floss.
     • Place the rolls on a baking sheet and bake at 180°C for 20-25 minutes.

Enjoy your warm, delicious Classic Poppy Seed Rolls, perfect with a cup of tea or coffee!