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Golden Swirl Delight: A Poppy Seed Roll with Honey and Chocolate Drizzle

A soft, golden-brown pastry filled with a sweet and nutty poppy seed mixture, lightly sweetened with honey, and finished with a rich chocolate drizzle. This classic European dessert is perfect for holidays, family gatherings, or as a comforting treat with a warm cup of tea or coffee.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 35 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 55 minutes
Servings: 8 -10 servings
Course: Dessert
Cuisine: Eastern European
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 300 ml warm milk
  • 50 g sugar
  • 6 g dry yeast about 1 ½ tsp
  • 500 g all-purpose flour
  • 80 g butter melted
  • 2 egg yolks
  • ½ tsp salt
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 200 g poppy seeds
  • 3 tbsp honey
  • 3 tbsp powdered sugar
  • 1 tsp lemon zest
  • 100 g dark chocolate
  • 50 ml heavy cream

Method
 

  1. Prepare the Dough
  2. In a bowl, mix warm milk, sugar, and dry yeast. Let it sit for 10 minutes until foamy.
  3. Add flour, melted butter, egg yolks, salt, and vanilla extract. Knead until smooth.
  4. Cover and let rise for 1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.
  5. Make the Filling
  6. Grind the poppy seeds in a coffee grinder or food processor.
  7. Mix with honey, powdered sugar, and lemon zest until combined.
  8. Assemble the Roll
  9. Roll out the dough into a rectangle on a lightly floured surface.
  10. Spread the poppy seed mixture evenly over the dough.
  11. Roll it up tightly into a log and place it on a lined baking sheet. Cover and let rise for another 30 minutes.
  12. Bake
  13. Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F).
  14. Bake for 30-35 minutes, until golden brown and firm to the touch.
  15. Drizzle with Chocolate
  16. Melt dark chocolate with heavy cream over low heat, stirring until smooth.
  17. Drizzle over the cooled roll and let set before slicing and serving.

Notes

  • For extra softness, brush the roll with melted butter before baking.
  • Let the roll cool completely before slicing to avoid crumbling.
  • If you prefer a thicker chocolate topping, double the amount of chocolate and cream.
  • Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days.