Poppy Seed Kolache
Ingredients
- 3 C. flour
- 1/2 C. ground almonds
- 1 1/2 tsp. baking powder
- 1/4 tsp. salt
- 1/2 C. sugar
- 1 C. butter
- 1 egg
- 1 tsp. lemon juice
- 1 tsp. grated lemon peel
- 2 Tbs. water
- Poppy Seed Filling
- 1 C. poppy seed
- 1/2 C. milk
- 1/4 C. honey
- 1/3 C. chopped dates
- 1/3 C. chopped nuts
- 1 dash cinnamon
Directions
Mix the first five ingredients and the lemon peel; cut in the butter until mixture is crumbly. Combine the egg, lemon juice and water to add to the flour mixture. Knead lightly into a ball; divide into 8 parts. Roll out each part on a floured board until it is 1/4 inch thick, then cut into 4 inch square. Spoon about 1 tsp. Poppy Seed Filling into the center of each square. Bring two ends together to form a cylinder. Pinch together to seal. Place on a greased baking sheet and brush with milk. Bake at 350 degrees for 15-20 minutes. Filling: Combine all ingredients in a saucepan; cook over low heat until thick, stirring often. Cool and it's ready to use.
Note: Any cooked fruit or jam may be used instead of Poppy Seed Filling.
