A Nostalgic and Aromatic Delight
Transport yourself back to your childhood with these aromatic Walnut Rolls, a perfect treat for festive occasions. The delightful blend of buttery dough, crunchy walnuts, and fragrant cloves creates a dessert that not only tastes delicious but also fills your kitchen with a wonderful aroma. Easy to make and even easier to enjoy, these walnut rolls are sure to become a favorite for any celebration.
Equipment Needed
To make these delicious Walnut Rolls, you will need the following equipment:
- Mixing bowls
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Whisk
- Rolling pin
- Baking tray
- Parchment paper
- Saucepan
- Knife
- Oven
Ingredients:
For the Dough:
- 2 heaping tablespoons butter (100g)
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil
- 1/2 cup semolina
- 1 egg
- 2 tablespoons yogurt
- 2 tablespoons vinegar
- 1 packet vanilla sugar
- 1 packet baking powder
- 3 cups flour
For the Filling:
- 1 cup ground walnuts
For the Syrup:
- 3.5 cups water
- 3 cups sugar
- 1 slice lemon
Instructions:
- Prepare the Syrup:
- In a saucepan, combine the water, sugar, and lemon slice.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Remove from heat and let the syrup cool completely.
- Prepare the Dough:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the butter, vegetable oil, semolina, egg, yogurt, vinegar, vanilla sugar, and baking powder.
- Gradually add the flour, mixing until a soft, non-sticky dough forms.
- Knead the dough for a few minutes until smooth.
- Assemble the Rolls:
- Preheat your oven to 170°C (340°F).
- Roll out the dough on a lightly floured surface into a large rectangle.
- Sprinkle the ground walnuts evenly over the dough and press gently to adhere.
- Cut the dough into equal strips and roll each strip into a spiral.
- Place the rolls on a baking tray lined with parchment paper.
- Bake the Rolls:
- Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the rolls are golden brown. Keep an eye on them to avoid over-baking.
- Remove from the oven and let them cool slightly.
- Combine with Syrup:
- While the rolls are still warm, pour the cooled syrup over them.
- Allow the rolls to soak in the syrup for at least 30 minutes before serving.
Enjoy your delicious Walnut Rolls! If you try this recipe, please leave a comment and share your experience.
