Potica (Poticia) Recipe

Name: Potica (Poticia)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cakes compressed yeast; 1 T sugar; 3/4 cup (175 ml) sugar; 1 cup (225 ml) milk, scalded and slightly cooled; 2 beaten whole eggs; 1/2 cup (125 ml) lukewarm milk; 6 1/2 to 7 cups (1650 ml) sifted all purpose flour; 1 tsp (5 ml) salt; 4 beaten egg yolks; 1/2 cup (125 ml) sweet butter, softened; 1/2 pint sweet cream; 1/2 cup (125 ml) honey; 1 tsp (5 ml). grated lemon peel; 1 tsp (5 ml) salt; 2 egg whites, stiffly beaten; 1/2 cup (125 ml) butter; 2 pounds ground walnuts; 1 tsp (5 ml) vanilla; 2 egg yolks; 1-3/4 cups (425 ml) sugar

Servings: persons

2 cakes compressed yeast
1 T sugar
3/4 cup (175 ml) sugar
1 cup (225 ml) milk, scalded and slightly cooled
2 beaten whole eggs
1/2 cup (125 ml) lukewarm milk
6 1/2 to 7 cups (1650 ml) sifted all purpose flour
1 tsp (5 ml) salt
4 beaten egg yolks
1/2 cup (125 ml) sweet butter, softened
1/2 pint sweet cream
1/2 cup (125 ml) honey
1 tsp (5 ml). grated lemon peel
1 tsp (5 ml) salt
2 egg whites, stiffly beaten
1/2 cup (125 ml) butter
2 pounds ground walnuts
1 tsp (5 ml) vanilla
2 egg yolks
1-3/4 cups (425 ml) sugar

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["Crumble yeast into lukewarm milk; add 1 T sugar, stir and set aside till foamy.", "Sift flour, sugar, salt into large bowl and make well in center.", "Add cooled scalded milk, beaten egg yolks and eggs, butter and yeast.", "Mix thoroughly.", "Knead until no longer sticky (about 10 minutes).", "Form into soft ball and place in greased bowl.", "Cover and put in warm place till double, about 1 1/2 hours.", "Scald sweet cream, butter and honey together.", "Pour over ground nuts.", "Add lemon peel, vanilla and salt; mix.", "Fold in egg yolks, sweet cream mixture and stiffly beaten egg whites.", "Blend in sugar.", "Set aside.", "Punch down risen dough.", "Divide into 4 parts.", "Place 1 section of dough on floured board.", "Roll to about 1/4-inch thickness to about 9"" x 22"".", "Spread nut filling on top of dough, leaving 1/2 inch plain dough on each side.", "Roll up as a jelly roll.", "Pinch seam of dough closed.", "Place seam side down in 9x 5 x 3 inch greased bread pan.", "Repeat with 3 other sections of dough.", "Prick dough on top to prevent bubbles.", "Cover with cloth and allow to rise for 45 minutes.", "Brush tops with melted butter.", "Bake in preheated oven for about 45 minutes to 1 hour.", "Let stand in pans for 10-15 minutes.", "Remove to cooling racks and allow to cool completely."]

3372

kcal

Calories

227

Fat

276

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Swap the honey for maple syrup or agave for a slightly different but equally rich sweetness.
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.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 20 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cakes compressed yeast, 1 T sugar, 3/4 cup (175 ml) sugar, 1 cup (225 ml) milk, scalded and slightly cooled, and more.

Yes, Potica (Poticia) 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.

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Potica (Poticia)

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