Nut Rolls (Lenten)
Nut Roll Pastries - a perfect delicacy for sweet lovers, which can be enjoyed alongside a cup of fragrant tea. This simple yet impressive recipe will bring a touch of joy to any moment of the day. Discover how to prepare these fluffy pastries filled with aromatic walnuts in an engaging and easy-to-follow way.
Total preparation time: 1 hour
Baking time: 25-30 minutes
Number of servings: 8-10 rolls
Ingredients:
For the dough:
- 500 g flour
- 200 ml lukewarm water
- 100 ml sunflower oil
- 50 g sugar
- 1 packet of dry yeast (10 g)
- 1 pinch of salt
For the filling:
- 200 g ground walnuts
- 150 g sugar
- 1 teaspoon cinnamon (optional)
- 100 ml water (for syrup)
For the glaze (optional):
- 50 g powdered sugar
- 2-3 tablespoons water
Preparation:
1. Start by activating the yeast. In a small bowl, mix the dry yeast with 1 tablespoon of sugar and 100 ml of lukewarm water. Let the mixture sit for 10-15 minutes until it becomes frothy. This step is essential for obtaining a fluffy and airy dough.
2. In a large bowl, combine the flour with the salt and the remaining sugar. Make a well in the center of the flour and add the activated yeast mixture, oil, and the remaining lukewarm water. Mix well until the ingredients combine and form a dough.
3. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes, until it becomes elastic and smooth. This step is crucial for developing gluten, which will make the rolls fluffy.
4. Place the dough in an oiled bowl, cover it with a damp towel, and let it rise in a warm place for 30-40 minutes, or until it doubles in size.
5. Meanwhile, prepare the filling. In a bowl, combine the ground walnuts with the sugar and cinnamon. You can adjust the quantities according to your preferences: for example, you can add cocoa for a more intense flavor.
6. After the dough has risen, roll it out into a rectangular sheet about 5 mm thick. Evenly sprinkle the walnut mixture over the entire surface of the dough, leaving a 1 cm edge.
7. Roll the dough tightly into a cylinder. Cut the cylinder into pieces about 3-4 cm long. Place the rolls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, leaving space between them to expand during baking.
8. Cover the rolls with a towel and let them rise for another 15-20 minutes. This will allow the dough to become even fluffier.
9. Preheat the oven to 180°C. Bake the rolls for 25-30 minutes or until they are golden brown and well risen.
10. If you want to add a delicate glaze, mix the powdered sugar with enough tablespoons of water to make a fluid paste. Once the rolls have cooled slightly, pour the glaze over them.
Serving suggestions: Serve the nut rolls warm or at room temperature, alongside a cup of green or mint tea. They are perfect for enjoying at breakfast or as a sweet snack during the day.
Possible variations: You can substitute walnuts with almonds or hazelnuts, or you can add raisins or chopped chocolate to the filling for an extra burst of flavor. Experiment and find the perfect combination for you!
Enjoy this simple recipe for nut roll pastries and let yourself be carried away by the delicious flavors of childhood!
1. Prepare a starter with yeast, 100 ml of water, and 2 tablespoons of flour, and let it rise for 20 minutes. 2. Cream the margarine with sugar and salt. Then add grated lemon zest. Mix the flour with the starter and margarine. Knead the dough well and let it rise for 45 minutes. 3. Divide the dough into two pieces, from which you roll out sheets about 1 cm thick. 4. Mix the filling ingredients. I spread a very thin layer of strawberry jam on the sheet and then sprinkled half of the walnuts on it. Each sheet of dough is rolled up and the roll is cut into pieces about 2 cm thick. 5. Place the snail-shaped pastries in a greased tray and bake at 345 degrees F for 40 minutes. Enjoy your meal! The recipe for Post Nut Snails was proposed by delimaria on the recipe forum.
Ingredients: 500 g flour, 2 teaspoons of dry yeast, 100 g margarine (or oil can be used), 150 g sugar, 3/4 cup of lukewarm water, a pinch of salt, grated lemon peel. For the filling, you need: a handful of raisins, 200 g ground walnuts, 50 g sugar, strawberry jam.
