Follow these steps for perfect results
active dry yeast
warm water
sugar
cardamom
egg
beaten
milk
all-purpose flour
butter
softened
poppy seeds
milk
egg yolk
orange peel
sugar
bread crumbs
honey
frozen raspberries
sugar
cardamom
almond extract
cornstarch
dried apricots
cooked and mashed
sugar
cardamom
Dissolve yeast in warm water, then add sugar, cardamom, egg, and milk.
Stir in flour to form a soft dough, adding extra flour if needed.
Roll the dough on a floured surface into a 14-inch square.
Spread half of the softened butter over the center third of the dough.
Fold one side over the butter, then fold the other side over, creating three layers.
Give the dough a quarter turn and roll it out again to a 14-inch square.
Spread the remaining butter over the center and fold once more as before.
Chill the dough for 1 hour.
Turn, roll, and fold the dough three times, then chill for another hour.
Roll the dough to 1/8 inch thickness and cut into 4-inch squares.
Place 1 tbsp of filling in the center of each pastry square.
Fold the square in half and seal the edges.
Cut 3 or 4 diagonal slashes across the top of each pastry.
Chill for 2 hours.
Bake in a preheated 350°F (175°C) oven for 15 minutes, or until golden brown.
To make poppy seed topping, add poppy seeds to milk and bring to a boil.
Remove from heat and let stand for 1 hour.
Drain the poppy seeds and combine them with the remaining topping ingredients.
For the raspberry filling, combine all ingredients and cook, stirring until slightly thickened.
Cool the raspberry filling.
For the apricot filling, combine all ingredients and mix well.
Expert advice for the best results
Ensure the butter is cold when laminating the dough for best results.
Allow sufficient time for proofing the dough to achieve a light and airy texture.
Everything you need to know before you start
20 minutes
Can be assembled ahead of time and baked just before serving.
Dust with powdered sugar.
Serve warm with a cup of coffee or tea.
The creamy latte complements the buttery pastry.
A strong black tea cuts through the sweetness.
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