POTICA

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Provided by Joan Nathan

Categories     breakfast, dessert

Time 2h45m

Yield 3 loaves

Number Of Ingredients 16

1 package dry yeast
1/4 cup warm water
1/4 cup white sugar
3/4 cups whole milk, scalded
1/2 teaspoon vanilla
Dash of salt
1 medium egg
3 to 3 1/2 cups bread flour or unbleached all-purpose flour
1/4 cup salted butter, melted, plus butter for greasing bowls and pans
1 1/4 pound ground walnuts
1/4 cup salted butter, melted
3/4 cup white sugar
1 cup brown sugar
1/4 cup honey
2 eggs plus 1 egg yolk
1/3 cup whipping cream

Steps:

  • For the dough, dissolve the yeast in the water along with 1 teaspoon of the sugar. In a separate bowl, combine the milk, vanilla, salt, egg and remaining sugar, and add the mixture to the yeast. Slowly add the flour and knead, working in the butter, until the mixture forms a smooth ball. Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for about 1 1/2 hours. Do not punch down.
  • For the filling, combine the walnuts, melted butter, both sugars, honey, 2 eggs and all but 1 tablespoon of the whipping cream, adding the cream gradually until the mixture is the consistency of honey.
  • Preheat oven to 425 degrees.. On a table or other flat surface that is at least 3 feet by 5 feet, spread a clean sheet so that the edges hang slightly over the sides. Roll out the dough to form a rectangle and then stretch and pull it until it is about 3 feet by 5 feet. Smear the filling on top. Roll up the dough, starting at the narrower (3-foot) end. Cut into three equal-size rolls. Grease a rectangular baking dish, 9 inches by 13 inches, and cover with aluminum foil, shiny side up. Now grease the foil. Place the three potica on the foil, placing strips of foil between the pastries to keep them separated. Combine the egg yolk with the remaining tablespoon of cream, and brush the mixture over the potica. Bake in a 325-degree oven for 45 minutes to 1 hour, or until golden brown.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 359, UnsaturatedFat 16 grams, Carbohydrate 35 grams, Fat 23 grams, Fiber 2 grams, Protein 8 grams, SaturatedFat 6 grams, Sodium 53 milligrams, Sugar 18 grams, TransFat 0 grams

azalu fantaye
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This potica is a must-try for any fan of Slovenian pastries.


David Ray
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I'm not a baker, but I was able to make this potica with no problems. The instructions were easy to follow and the results were amazing.


Ibrahim Adamu
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This is the best potica I've ever had. It's so light and fluffy, and the filling is perfectly sweet and nutty.


Angel
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I made this potica for a potluck and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it.


Smart World
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This potica is absolutely delicious! The dough is light and fluffy, and the filling is rich and flavorful. I highly recommend this recipe.


FUAD YUSSUF
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. I've been looking for a good potica recipe for years. This one is perfect!


Jimmy Sampier
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This recipe is a keeper! The potica was a huge hit at my Christmas party. Everyone loved the combination of walnuts, raisins, and chocolate chips.


NisarGaming1 YT
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This is the best potica recipe I've ever tried! The dough is so light and fluffy, and the filling is perfectly sweet and nutty. I will definitely be making this again and again.


Ani Joseph
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This potica was a labor of love, but it was worth it! The end result was a beautiful and delicious pastry that was enjoyed by everyone at the party.


denis tekkwo
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I've made potica a few times before, but this recipe is by far the best. The dough is so easy to work with and the filling is so flavorful. I love that you can customize the filling to your own liking.


Isaac Happy
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The recipe was easy to follow and the results were amazing! The potica was light and fluffy, with a perfect balance of sweetness and spice. I will definitely be making this again.


Jaweed Khan
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This was my first time making potica and it turned out great! The dough was easy to work with and the filling was delicious. I used a combination of walnuts, raisins, and chocolate chips, and it was a hit with my family.