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A tender Polish yeast cake rolled around a generous layer of simmered poppy seeds, honey, citrus, and toasted walnuts. The finished loaf has a soft crumb, fragrant filling, and a beautiful spiral when sliced.
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Simmering the poppy seeds softens them and concentrates their nutty flavor, while honey, citrus, and walnuts create the classic aromatic filling. A lightly enriched yeast dough gives the roll enough structure to hold the filling while remaining tender.
Wrap the completely cooled loaf tightly and store at room temperature for up to 3 days, or refrigerate for up to 6 days. Freeze unglazed slices for up to 2 months.
Thaw frozen slices overnight in the refrigerator, then bring to room temperature. If desired, warm individual slices in a 150°C oven for 5 to 7 minutes.
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