Poppy Seed Kolache Recipe

Posted by NancyRadler on July 10th, 2009 at 09:08pm

While poppy seeds are classic and delicious, this can also be made with any jam.
Ingredients

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Ingredients

3 C. flour
1/2 C. ground almonds
1 1/2 tsp. baking powder
1/4 tsp. salt
1/2 C. sugar
1 C. butter
1 egg
1 Tbs. lemon juice
1 tsp. grated lemon peel
2 Tbs. water

Filling

1 C. poppy seed
1/2 C. milk
1/4 C. honey
1/3 C. chopped dates
1/3 C. chopped nuts
1 dash cinnamon

Directions

Mix the first five ingredients and the lemon peel; cut in the butter until mixture is crumbly. Combine the egg, lemon juice and water to add to the flour mixture. Knead lightly into a ball; divide into 8 parts. Roll out each part on a floured board until it is 1/4 inch thick, and then cut into 4 inch square. Spoon about 1 tsp. Poppy Seed Filling into the center of each square. Bring two ends together to form a cylinder. Pinch together to seal. Place on a greased baking sheet and brush with milk. Bake at 350 degrees for 15-20 minutes. For Filling: Combine all ingredients in a saucepan; cook over low heat until thick, stirring often. Cool and it’s ready to use.

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