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Walnut Roll

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This Walnut Roll is a comforting, old-fashioned sweet bread that features a tender dough swirled with a generous filling of ground walnuts and sugar. The long fermentation process, including an overnight rise, develops a deep, complex flavor and a soft, airy crumb. The exterior becomes golden and slightly crisp in the hot oven, while the inside remains moist and chewy. It&# 226;ÂÂs an excellent choice for breakfast, brunch, or as a dessert alongside coffee or tea. The combination of nutty richness and subtle sweetness makes it a crowd-pleaser. Perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy weekend baking, this loaf pairs beautifully with butter or a dusting of powdered sugar.
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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 6
Calories: 93.0
Dietary: Vegetarian
Description
This Walnut Roll is a comforting, old-fashioned sweet bread that features a tender dough swirled with a generous filling of ground walnuts and sugar. The long fermentation process, including an overnight rise, develops a deep, complex flavor and a soft, airy crumb. The exterior becomes golden and slightly crisp in the hot oven, while the inside remains moist and chewy. It&# 226;€™s an excellent choice for breakfast, brunch, or as a dessert alongside coffee or tea. The combination of nutty richness and subtle sweetness makes it a crowd-pleaser. Perfect for holiday gatherings or cozy weekend baking, this loaf pairs beautifully with butter or a dusting of powdered sugar.
Ingredients
  • 1 Cake Compressed yeast
  • 1 teaspoons Salt
Directions
  1. 1
    Soften the compressed yeast in lukewarm milk.
  2. 2
    Add melted shortening, 1/2 cup sugar, and salt to the yeast mixture.
  3. 3
    Add 1/2 of the flour and beat until the mixture is smooth.
  4. 4
    Cover the bowl and let the mixture stand in a warm place overnight.
  5. 5
    In the morning, add eggs and enough remaining flour to form a smooth dough.
  6. 6
    Knead the dough until it is smooth and elastic.
  7. 7
    Place the dough in a bowl, cover with a warm, damp cloth, and let rise until double in bulk.
  8. 8
    Knead down the dough and let it rise again until doubled.
  9. 9
    Roll the dough out on a floured surface to a thickness of 1/8 to 1/4 inch.
  10. 10
    Brush the rolled dough with melted butter or butter substitute.
  11. 11
    Mix ground walnuts with 2 cups of sugar.
  12. 12
    Spread the walnut-sugar mixture evenly over the dough, about 1/4 inch thick.
  13. 13
    Roll the dough up tightly like cinnamon rolls, but do not cut into slices.
  14. 14
    Place the rolled loaf in a well-oiled pan.
  15. 15
    Set in a warm place, cover, and let rise until treble in bulk.
  16. 16
    Brush the top with melted butter.
  17. 17
    Bake in a hot oven at 450 F (232ðC) for 20-25 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 93.0kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 0.2g1%
Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 0.0mg0%
Total Carbohydrate 20.2g7%
Dietary Fiber 0.4g2%
Sugars 0.0g
Protein 2.0g4%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3 days, or freeze for longer storage.

Substitutions: If compressed yeast is unavailable, use active dry yeast (1 package or 2 1/4 teaspoons) dissolved in warm water instead of milk. For a vegan version, substitute eggs with flax eggs and use vegan shortening or butter.

Tips: Ensure the milk is lukewarm, not hot, to avoid killing the yeast. The overnight rise is key for flavor development; do not skip it.

Variations: Add cinnamon or nutmeg to the walnut-sugar filling for extra spice.

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