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Nutritional Values
550kcal
12gProtein
65gCarbs
28gFat
5gFibre
200 gServing
* Per serving · 200 g. May vary.
Allergens
🌾 Gluten
🥛 Dairy
🥜 Nuts
Makowiec
How to order / say it
Say it
Makowiec — [Mah-KO-viets]
Order
Could I have a slice of makowiec, please?
Locally
Czy mogę prosić o kawałek makowca?
Say locally
Sweet poppy seed roll prepared with yeast dough.
Why try it?
Makowiec, a beloved dessert, is often served during Polish holiday celebrations, symbolizing prosperity. Its rich nutty flavor and intricate preparation showcase the art of Polish baking.
How it tastes
The roll is subtly sweet and fragrant, with a moist and dense poppy seed filling. Often sprinkled with sugar or icing, it offers a delightful combination of soft bread and crunchy seeds.
Origin & History — first documented: 1850
The origins of makowiec date back to the 19th century, with poppy seeds being a staple in Polish sweets. The yeast dough and poppy filling combination quickly became a fixture for festive occasions, particularly Christmas.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🥜 200 g poppy seeds
- 🌾 300 g wheat flour
- 🥛 150 ml milk
- 🍯 100 g sugar
- 🥛 100 g butter
- 🥚 2 eggs
Method
- 1 Prepare a yeast dough with flour, milk, and sugar.
- 2 Cook poppy seeds with butter and sugar.
- 3 Roll dough, spread the poppy seed mixture, and shape.
- 4 Bake until golden.
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