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Classic Serbian Walnut Povitica

Name: Classic Serbian Walnut Povitica
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 8 servings
Cuisine: Eastern European
Ingredients: 2 cups all-purpose flour; 1 cup unsalted butter, cold and cubed; 1/4 cup sugar; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1/4 cup milk; 1 cup chopped walnuts; 1/2 cup honey; 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

A layered pastry with a sweet walnut filling, commonly found in Serbian households and bakeries.

60 minutes8 servings

Method

In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, and salt. Add cold butter and work it into the flour until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.
Add milk gradually and mix until the dough forms. Wrap and refrigerate for 20 minutes.
In a separate bowl, combine walnuts, honey, vanilla, and nutmeg.
Roll out the dough into a rectangle, spread the walnut mixture, then roll it up tightly.
Slice into 1-inch pieces and bake at 350°F (175°C) for 25-30 minutes until golden.

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