Sweet Soparnik with Apples and Walnuts
A delightful sweet variation of the traditional savory Soparnik, featuring a thin dough filled with spiced apples and crunchy walnuts, baked to perfection.
🧂 Ingredients
- 500 g All-purpose flour
- 250 ml Warm water
- 50 ml Olive oil(plus extra for brushing)
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1 kg Apples(peeled, cored, and thinly sliced (e.g., Granny Smith or Golden Delicious))
- 150 g Brown sugar(adjust to taste)
- 100 g Walnuts(chopped)
- 2 tsp Cinnamon
- 0.5 tsp Nutmeg
- 1 tbsp Lemon juice
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
For the dough: In a large bowl, combine flour and salt. Gradually add warm water and olive oil, mixing until a soft, pliable dough forms. Knead for 5-7 minutes until smooth. Cover and let rest for 30 minutes.
- 2
For the filling: In a separate bowl, toss the sliced apples with brown sugar, chopped walnuts, cinnamon, nutmeg, and lemon juice. Mix well.
- 3
Preheat your oven to 200°C (400°F).
- 4
Divide the dough into two equal portions. On a lightly floured surface, roll out one portion into a thin circle, about 30-35 cm in diameter.
- 5
Carefully transfer the dough circle to a baking sheet lined with parchment paper. Spread the apple and walnut filling evenly over the dough, leaving a small border.
- 6
Roll out the second portion of dough into another thin circle, slightly larger than the first. Drape this circle over the filling, pressing the edges to seal. Trim any excess dough.
- 7
Brush the top of the Soparnik generously with olive oil. You can score the top with a knife to allow steam to escape.
- 8
Bake for 35-40 minutes, or until the crust is golden brown and the filling is bubbly.
- 9
Let cool slightly before slicing and serving. It can be served warm or at room temperature.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Ensure the dough is rolled very thin for an authentic texture.
- ✓Adjust the sugar in the filling based on the sweetness of the apples.
- ✓For extra crunch, lightly toast the walnuts before adding them to the filling.
✨ Twist Ideas
Inspiration for your own version of this recipe
- Add a tablespoon of rum or brandy to the apple filling for an adult twist.
- Incorporate dried cranberries or raisins for added sweetness and chewiness.
- Serve with a dollop of whipped cream or vanilla ice cream.