Latvian Poppy Seed and Cheese Strudel

Name: Latvian Poppy Seed and Cheese Strudel
Prep time: PT30 minutes
Cook time: PT40 minutes
Total time: PT1 hour 10 minutes
Yield: 8
Cuisine: Latvia
Ingredients: 500 g All-purpose flour; 200 ml Warm milk; 11 g Active dry yeast; 100 g Sugar (divided); 3 g Salt; 100 g Butter (softened); 1 large Egg (for dough, plus 1 yolk for egg wash); 200 g Ground poppy seeds; 250 g Cottage cheese (full fat); 1 tsp Lemon zest; 1 tsp Vanilla extract; 1 tbsp Milk (for egg wash)

A delightful strudel featuring a rich filling of poppy seeds and creamy cottage cheese, encased in a tender, slightly sweet dough. This pastry is a popular treat in Latvia, often enjoyed with coffee or tea.

준비 시간30 minutes

조리 시간40 minutes

총 시간1 hour 10 minutes

1회 제공량8

난이도Medium

원본· Feb 8

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👨‍🍳 조리법

1
In a small bowl, combine warm milk, yeast, and 1 tablespoon of sugar. Let stand for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
2
In a large bowl, combine flour, remaining sugar, and salt. Add the softened butter, egg, and the yeast mixture. Mix until a soft dough forms. Knead for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic. Cover and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
3
While the dough rises, prepare the filling. In a bowl, combine ground poppy seeds, cottage cheese, remaining sugar, lemon zest, and vanilla extract. Mix well.
4
Punch down the risen dough and roll it out on a lightly floured surface into a large rectangle, about 30x40 cm (12x16 inches).
5
Spread the poppy seed and cheese filling evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
6
Carefully roll up the dough from the long side to form a strudel. Pinch the ends to seal.
7
In a small bowl, whisk together the egg yolk and 1 tablespoon of milk for the egg wash. Brush the top of the strudel with the egg wash.
8
Preheat oven to 180°C (350°F). Place the strudel on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
9
Let the strudel cool slightly before slicing and serving.

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💡 전문가 팁

✓Ensure the poppy seeds are finely ground for a smoother filling.
✓If the dough becomes too sticky while kneading, add a little more flour, one tablespoon at a time.
✓The strudel can be made ahead of time and reheated gently.

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이 레시피를 나만의 스타일로 바꾸는 영감

Add a tablespoon of rum or a pinch of cardamom to the filling for extra flavor.
For a sweeter dough, increase the sugar slightly.
Use a mix of poppy seeds and finely chopped nuts (like almonds or walnuts) in the filling.