Olga’s Potica

May 11, 2023May 11, 20230 1
Delicious Olga's Potica for your holiday table
in Dessert

Prep

45 min

Cook

1 hour

Ready In

2 hours

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

1 1/2 teaspoons active dry yeast
1/4 cup milk , lukewarm
1 teaspoon white sugar
3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
1 cup butter
4 tablespoons white sugar
6 egg yolks
5 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
1 1/3 cups milk
1 cup butter , melted
12 ounces honey
2 cups raisins
1 1/2 pounds chopped walnuts
1 pinch ground cinnamon

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
16
Calories
553
Sugar
31g
Fat
35g
Olga's Potica is a traditional Slovenian nut roll that is often served during holidays like Christmas and Easter. It is a sweet bread with a rich filling of honey, raisins, walnuts, and cinnamon, making it a perfect dessert for special occasions. The recipe has been passed down from generation to generation and is still enjoyed in many households in Slovenia and other countries around the world. Although it takes time to make, the result is a delicious and impressive dish that will be a sure hit on your holiday table.

Instructions

1.In a small bowl, dissolve yeast in lukewarm milk with sugar and 3 tablespoons of flour.
2.Mix butter and sugar until creamy, add egg yolks one at a time, and mix in.
3.In a large mixing bowl, combine flour and salt, then mix in milk and yeast mixture.
4.Knead the dough until it becomes elastic, then let it rise for 1 hour.
5.Roll out the dough, brush the surface with melted butter, and pour honey on top.
6.Combine raisins, walnuts, and cinnamon, sprinkle it over the honeyed dough, and gently roll the dough into a log shape.
7.Place the log into a greased baking dish, brush it with melted butter, and let it rise for 1 hour.
8.Bake at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 1 hour, then let cool before serving.

PROS

Olga’s Potica is a traditional Slovenian nut roll with a sweet, buttery, and cinnamon-filled taste that is perfect for holidays.

It is a show-stopping dessert that everyone in your family will love.

CONS

The recipe takes time and skill to make, and it is a high-calorie dish due to the butter, honey, and nuts.

It is best enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Olga’s Potica contains nuts that are rich in healthy fats and protein.
The honey in the recipe has antibacterial properties and can help in reducing inflammation.
However, it is high in calories and sugar, so it should be consumed in moderation.

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