Poppy Seed Loaves Recipe

Name: Poppy Seed Loaves
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast; 1 cup warm water (110u00b0 to 115u00b0); 1 cup butter, softened; 1/2 cup sugar; 3 large eggs; 2 teaspoons grated lemon zest; 1 teaspoon salt; 4-1/2 cups all-purpose flour; 2 cans (12-1/2 ounces each) poppy seed filling; Melted butter; Confectioners' sugar, optional

Servings: persons

2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast
1 cup warm water (110u00b0 to 115u00b0)
1 cup butter, softened
1/2 cup sugar
3 large eggs
2 teaspoons grated lemon zest
1 teaspoon salt
4-1/2 cups all-purpose flour
2 cans (12-1/2 ounces each) poppy seed filling
Melted butter
Confectioners' sugar, optional

1
In a small bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. In a large bowl, cream butter and sugar. Add eggs, one at a time, beating well after each addition. Add lemon zest and salt. Beat in yeast mixture. Gradually add flour; beat on medium speed for 3 minutes (dough will be sticky). Do not knead.
2
Place in a greased bowl, turning once to grease top. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours.
3
Punch dough down. Turn onto a lightly floured surface; divide into four pieces. Roll each into a 12x8-in. rectangle. Spread poppy seed filling over each to within 1/2 in. of edges.
4
Loosely roll up, jelly-roll style, starting with a long side; pinch seam to seal and tuck ends under. Place, seam side down, on two greased
5
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6
With a sharp knife, make five to six deep diagonal slashes across the top of each loaf. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 30 minutes.
7
Brush with melted butter. Bake at 350u00b0 for 30-35 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from pans to wire racks. Cool for 20 minutes; dust with confectioners' sugar if desired.

976

kcal

Calories

Fat

103

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 packages (1/4 ounce each) active dry yeast, 1 cup warm water (110u00b0 to 115u00b0), 1 cup butter, softened, 1/2 cup sugar, and more.

Yes, Poppy Seed Loaves falls under the General category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Poppy Seed Loaves

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