Polish Poppy Seed Roll (Makowiec)

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Polish poppy seed roll, also called Makowiec is a cherished Polish pastry that's often made during the holiday season. The tender dough boasts specks of vanilla and filled with a sweet poppyseed filling, dressed up with fresh citrus zest.

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Lets make Polish Poppy Seed Cake. First, gather all of your Ingredients!

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Step 1. In the bowl of a stand mixer, add the flour, yeast, sugar and salt and stir to combine.

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Step 2. In a small pot, add milk and vanilla bean with seeds. Heat milk until its about 110 degrees Fahrenheit. Once ready, remove the vanilla bean to discard.

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Step 3. To the flour mixture, add the warm milk, oil and egg and mix until dough forms, then knead by hand until dough is smooth.

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Step 4. While dough rests, add the poppy seed filling to a bowl with vanilla extract, orange and lemon zest and mix everything well.

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Step 5. Roll out the dough balls to a 8 x 10 rectangle and spread half of the poppy seed filling onto each dough, leaving about an ½ inch border around the sides.

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Step 6. Roll the poppyseed roll "jelly roll" style, tucking the ends in and continue rolling into a log.

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Step 7. Place the rolls onto lined baking sheet, seam side down and let rise for 1-½ hours. Brush with egg wash all over the top and sides.

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Step 8. Bake the poppyseed roll at 350 degrees Fahrenheit for 25-30 minutes or until golden brown.

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Step 9. Let cool slightly, then slice and dust with powdered sugar.

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