Nuts and cinnamon nests

Nut and cinnamon nests - a quick and tasty dessert

Preparation time: 30 minutes
Baking time: 25 minutes
Total time: 55 minutes
Number of servings: 12 nests

I propose a delicious and comforting recipe for nut and cinnamon nests, perfect for a snack or a quick dessert. These nests are fragrant, fluffy, and full of flavor, and the combination of nuts and cinnamon makes them an ideal choice for any occasion.

Necessary ingredients:

- 100 g flour
- 25 g fresh yeast
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 100 ml warm milk
- 250 g flour (for the dough)
- 60 g sugar
- 1 egg
- 75 g melted butter
- 1 pinch of salt
- 100 g walnuts, ground
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon
- 1 egg, for brushing

Preparation:

1. We start by making the leaven. In a small bowl, combine 100 g of flour with fresh yeast and honey. Add 100 ml of warm milk. Mix well and let it rise for about 15-20 minutes until bubbles form on the surface. It is essential to use warm milk (not hot) to activate the yeast.

2. In a large bowl, put 250 g of flour, sugar, egg, melted butter, and salt. After the leaven has risen, add it to the other ingredients. Mix everything with a spatula or by hand until you get a homogeneous dough. If the dough is too sticky, you can add a little more flour.

3. Knead the dough for 5-7 minutes until it becomes elastic and smooth. Cover the bowl with a clean towel and let the dough rise in a warm place for about 30 minutes, or until it doubles in volume.

4. While the dough is rising, prepare the filling. In a bowl, combine the ground walnuts with cinnamon and a little sugar. This filling will give the nests a tempting aroma and a crunchy texture.

5. After the dough has risen, turn it out onto a lightly greased work surface. Divide it into 12 equal pieces. Shape each piece into balls, then gently flatten them with your palm. Place a teaspoon of the walnut and cinnamon filling in the center of each ball and fold the dough, forming nests. Place the nests on a baking tray lined with parchment paper.

6. Preheat the oven to 180°C. Let the nests rise for another 15 minutes, then brush them with beaten egg to achieve a golden and appetizing crust.

7. Bake the nests in the preheated oven for 20-25 minutes until golden. The aroma of cinnamon will fill the entire house, and it will be hard to wait to enjoy them!

Serving suggestions:

These nut and cinnamon nests are delicious both warm and cold. You can serve them alongside a fragrant tea or freshly brewed coffee. An interesting idea is to sprinkle them with powdered sugar before serving for an elegant look and an extra touch of sweetness.

Possible variations:

To add a personal touch, you can experiment with various fillings. For example, instead of walnuts, you can use ground almonds or even dark chocolate. You can also add a pinch of cardamom or ginger to the filling to enhance the flavors.

These nut and cinnamon nests are not only a delicious dessert but also a wonderful way to bring joy and warmth into your home. Enjoy!

 Ingredients: 500 g flour, 80 g sugar, 1 teaspoon honey, 50 g butter, 1 and 1/2 teaspoons dry yeast, 2 eggs, 150 ml milk, 4 tablespoons oil, vanilla. Caramel: 100 g sugar, 100 g nuts broken into pieces, 1 tablespoon butter. Filling: 100 g ground nuts, 80 g sugar, 1 tablespoon cinnamon, 30 g cocoa.