Traditional Slovenian Dessert: Potica Recipe

Potica is a sweet bread roll filled with a mixture of nuts, honey, and spices, making it a perfect dessert for holiday gatherings. This traditional Slovenian recipe is sure to impress your friends and family with its rich flavor and beautiful swirls.

Ingredients

• 4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 packet active dry yeast
• 1 cup warm milk
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1/2 cup butter, melted
• 2 eggs
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 cup ground walnuts
• 1/2 cup honey
• 1/2 cup sugar
• 1 tsp cinnamon
• 1/2 cup raisins
• 1/4 cup melted butter (for brushing)

Directions

1. In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm milk and let sit for 5 minutes.
2. Add sugar, butter, eggs, salt, and 2 cups of flour to the yeast mixture. Mix well.
3. Gradually add the remaining flour until the dough comes together.
4. Knead the dough on a floured surface for 10 minutes, then place in a greased bowl and let rise for 1 hour.
5. In a separate bowl, mix together walnuts, honey, sugar, cinnamon, and raisins to make the filling.
6. Roll out the dough into a large rectangle and spread the filling evenly over the surface.
7. Roll up the dough tightly, then place in a greased loaf pan.
8. Let the dough rise for another 30 minutes, then brush with melted butter.
9. Bake at 350°F for 45-50 minutes, or until golden brown.
10. Let cool before slicing and serving.

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