Layered Poppy Seed Pastries

Vegetarian
Health score
2%
Layered Poppy Seed Pastries
45 min.
24
262kcal

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These Layered Poppy Seed Pastries are a delicious and elegant treat perfect for any occasion. With a crisp, golden exterior and a soft, nutty interior, these pastries are sure to impress. The unique combination of poppy seeds and walnuts creates a complex and intriguing flavor profile that will leave your taste buds wanting more. Imagine serving these at your next dinner party or bringing them to a potluck – they're sure to be a conversation starter!

What sets these pastries apart is the time and love that goes into making them. The dough is carefully crafted with a blend of flour, baking powder, salt, and lemon zest, resulting in a delicate and flaky texture. The poppy seed filling, a labor of love, is prepared with care to ensure the perfect balance of sweetness and nuttiness. The addition of a walnut filling adds a depth of flavor and a satisfying crunch.

The process of layering the dough and fillings is an art in itself, creating a stunning visual effect and a delightful contrast of textures. The pastries are then brushed with an egg yolk mixture and baked to golden perfection. The result is a mouthwatering treat that is both beautiful and delicious.

These pastries are incredibly versatile and can be served as an appetizer, snack, or even a dessert. They pair perfectly with a cup of tea or coffee and are sure to become a favorite among your family and friends. So, why not give them a try? Impress your loved ones and satisfy your sweet tooth with these Layered Poppy Seed Pastries – they're definitely worth the effort!

Ingredients

  • teaspoon double-acting baking powder 
  • cup butter softened cut into cubes
  •  eggs 
  •  egg yolk 
  •  egg yolk mixed
  • cups flour plus more
  •  lemon zest grated
  • 0.5 cup milk 
  • ounces poppy seeds canned ()
  • 0.3 teaspoon salt 
  •  sugar 
  • cup sugar 
  • teaspoon vanilla extract 
  • 0.5 pound walnuts 
  • 0.5 cup water cold
  • 0.3 oz yeast dry

Equipment

  • bowl
  • frying pan
  • oven
  • plastic wrap
  • baking pan
  • hand mixer
  • aluminum foil
  • ziploc bags
  • kitchen towels
  • pastry bag

Directions

  1. Mix warm milk, sugar and yeast in small bowl until yeast dissolves. Set aside.Blend flour, baking powder, salt and lemon zest in large bowl of electric mixer.
  2. Add butter and blend until mixture is crumbly. Beat egg, egg yolk and vanilla in small bowl.
  3. Add to flour mixture alternately with milk mixture and blend until dough comes together.
  4. Transfer dough to floured board; divide dough into 4 parts. Knead each part into flat disc, then wrap in plastic wrap and refrigerate 1 hour.Spoon poppy seed filling into pastry bag. Blend sugar and nuts in small bowl. Set aside.
  5. Roll each disc of dough into thin sheet large enough to fit into a 13- by 9-inch baking dish. Trim each sheet dough to fit dish. (Reserve trimmings for Poppy Seed Strudel, if desired.) Arrange 1 sheet dough in bottom of baking dish.Pipe half filling onto pastry (or can be spread using spoon).
  6. Spread poppy seed filling evenly over sheet of dough. Cover with second sheet of dough, and sprinkle with 1 cup walnut filling. Arrange sheet of dough on top and repeat with layer of poppy seed filling. Top with remaining sheet of dough. Cover with kitchen towel and let stand 30 minutes.
  7. Brush top with egg yolk mixture.
  8. Bake at 350 degrees until golden brown, about 45 minutes. While hot, cut into 24 squares. Cool in pan. (To freeze, wrap each pastry in plastic wrap then foil. Store in resealable plastic bags in freezer.)This recipe yields 24 pastries.Comments: Make the Poppy Seed Pastries in advance and store them in the freezer. At serving time, just defrost them; they will stay crisp and everyone will think they were freshly baked. Make extra pastries to follow the Purim tradition of sharing (shalach manos) and give a basket of these delicious confections as gifts to family and friends.

Nutrition Facts

Calories262kcal
Protein7.23%
Fat52.95%
Carbs39.82%

Properties

Glycemic Index
17.51
Glycemic Load
17.63
Inflammation Score
-4
Nutrition Score
7.4721739130435%

Flavonoids

Cyanidin
0.26mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:262.25kcal
13.11%
Fat:15.8g
24.31%
Saturated Fat:5.88g
36.74%
Carbohydrates:26.74g
8.91%
Net Carbohydrates:24.98g
9.08%
Sugar:9.03g
10.03%
Cholesterol:43.97mg
14.66%
Sodium:109.69mg
4.77%
Protein:4.85g
9.71%
Manganese:0.63mg
31.32%
Vitamin B1:0.26mg
17.02%
Folate:59.6µg
14.9%
Selenium:9.51µg
13.59%
Copper:0.22mg
11.21%
Phosphorus:98.21mg
9.82%
Vitamin B2:0.16mg
9.4%
Iron:1.58mg
8.77%
Vitamin B3:1.49mg
7.44%
Magnesium:29.12mg
7.28%
Fiber:1.76g
7.05%
Calcium:68.32mg
6.83%
Vitamin A:278.14IU
5.56%
Zinc:0.74mg
4.92%
Vitamin B6:0.08mg
4.12%
Vitamin B5:0.3mg
2.96%
Potassium:98.68mg
2.82%
Vitamin E:0.4mg
2.67%
Vitamin B12:0.09µg
1.49%
Vitamin D:0.17µg
1.16%
Source:Foodista