Poppy Seed Roll Recipe – A Classic Holiday Pastry Loved Around the World
This poppy seed roll recipe follows a traditional method that produces a soft, sliceable dough and a sweet, aromatic poppy seed filling. It is ideal for holidays, family gatherings, and make-ahead baking.
Ingredients
Dough
- 20 g fresh yeast
- ½ cup lukewarm milk
- 500 g all-purpose flour
- 60 g powdered sugar
- 1 pinch salt
- 250 g butter
- 1 whole egg
- 3 egg yolks
Poppy Seed Filling
- 1 cup water
- 200 g sugar
- 400 g finely ground poppy seeds
- 50 g raisins
- 1 packet vanilla sugar
- 2 tablespoons apricot jam
- 2 tablespoons honey
- Zest of 1 lemon
- Zest of 1 orange
Glazing
- 1 egg
Instructions
Prepare the Dough
- Dissolve the yeast in lukewarm milk. In a large bowl, mix the flour, powdered sugar, and salt. Rub in the cold butter until crumbly.
- Add the egg, egg yolks, and yeast mixture. Knead until smooth and elastic. Wrap and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
Make the Poppy Seed Filling
- Bring the water and sugar to a boil to create a light syrup. Remove from heat and immediately stir in: Ground poppy seeds, Raisins, Vanilla sugar, Apricot jam, Honey, Lemon zest, Orange zest
- Mix thoroughly and allow the filling to cool completely before using.
Shape and Rest
- Divide the dough into four equal portions. Roll each portion into a rectangle, spread the cooled filling evenly, and roll tightly.
- Place the rolls on a parchment-lined baking sheet, prick with a fork, and brush with egg wash. Let rest for 90 minutes, then brush again.
Bake
- Bake at 170°C / 340°F for 35 minutes, or until golden brown. Cool completely before slicing.
Notes
Please note: The nutritional information provided is an estimate, calculated using an online nutrition calculator.