Hungarian Christmas Biscuits with Poppy Seeds (Mako

Name: Hungarian Christmas Biscuits with Poppy Seeds (Makosgubo)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 env. dry yeast; 2 tbsp. lukewarm water; 1 tsp. sugar; 3/4 cup milk; 1/2 tsp. salt; 1/4 cup unsalted butter; 1/4 cup sugar; 2 whole eggs, beaten; 3 egg yolks, beaten; 2 to 2-1/2 cups flour, as needed; 1/3 cup unsalted butter (to coat baked biscuits); 1/2 cup sugar, approximately; 1/2 cup washed, dried and ground poppy seeds

Servings: persons

1 env. dry yeast
2 tbsp. lukewarm water
1 tsp. sugar
3/4 cup milk
1/2 tsp. salt
1/4 cup unsalted butter
1/4 cup sugar
2 whole eggs, beaten
3 egg yolks, beaten
2 to 2-1/2 cups flour, as needed
1/3 cup unsalted butter (to coat baked biscuits)
1/2 cup sugar, approximately
1/2 cup washed, dried and ground poppy seeds

1
Sprinkle yeast into lukewarm water, add 1 teaspoon sugar and set aside in a warm place for 5 to 10 minutes, or until mixture is foamy.
2
Scald milk, add salt, butter, 1/4 cup sugar and stir until butter melts.
3
Cool to lukewarm.
4
Add to yeast mixture along with beaten whole eggs and yolks.
5
Stir in 1 cup flour.
6
Mix thoroughly, cover loosely and set to rise in a draft-free corner for about 30 minutes, or until dough is light and puffy.
7
Beat in as much remaining flour as needed to make dough smooth but soft.
8
Knead for 10 minutes, or until smooth and elastic.
9
Place in floured bowl, dust top of dough with flour, cover loosely and set to rise in a draft-free corner until double in bulk--about 1 to 1 1/2 hours.
10
Punch dough down, knead for 2 or 3 minutes, then cut off pieces slightly smaller than walnuts.
11
Roll into balls, dredge lightly with flour, dusting off excess, and place 1 inch apart on a buttered baking sheet.
12
Let rise for 30 minutes.
13
Bake in preheated 300 degrees F. oven for 1 hour, or until pale golden brown around edges.
14
Place biscuits in a bowl, blanch with boiling water and drain immediately.
15
Heat 1/3 cup butter in a large skillet over low heat, add biscuits and stir gently with a wooden spoon to coat with butter.
16
Sprinkle with sugar and ground poppy seeds and serve while hot.
17
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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 env. dry yeast, 2 tbsp. lukewarm water, 1 tsp. sugar, 3/4 cup milk, and more.

Yes, Hungarian Christmas Biscuits with Poppy Seeds (Makosgubo) falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Hungarian Christmas Biscuits with Poppy Seeds (Makosgubo)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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