Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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8
servings
2 cup

Whole Milk

Heated

0.5 cup

Unsalted Butter

Melted

7.5 cup

All-purpose Flour

Unbleached

0.5 cup

Sugar

Granulated

2 tsp

Salt

Fine

0.5 unit

Active Dry Yeast

Proofed

2 unit

Large Eggs

Beaten

2 tbsp

Hot Water

0.25 cup

Honey

For Drizzling

2 tbsp

Poppy Seeds

For Sprinkling

Step 1
~4 min

Heat milk and butter in a saucepan over low heat until butter is melted. Remove from heat.

Step 2
~4 min

In a large bowl, combine flour, sugar, salt, and yeast.

Step 3
~4 min

Add the warm milk and butter mixture to the dry ingredients.

Step 4
~4 min

Add eggs and mix well. Knead until the dough is smooth and no longer sticky.

Step 5
~4 min

Cover the bowl and let the dough rest for 10 minutes.

Step 6
~4 min

Punch down the dough and let it rise until doubled in size.

Step 7
~4 min

Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).

Step 8
~4 min

Pull off walnut-sized pieces of dough and roll them into balls.

Step 9
~4 min

Place the dough balls on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 10
~4 min

Bake for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown.

Step 11
~4 min

Remove from the oven and place baked balls into a colander.

Step 12
~4 min

Pour a small amount of hot water over the balls.

Step 13
~4 min

Transfer the balls to a large bowl.

Step 14
~4 min

Drizzle with honey and sprinkle with poppy seeds.

Step 15
~4 min

Toss to coat and serve.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a richer flavor, use browned butter.

Add a pinch of cinnamon to the dough for a warm spice note.

Serve warm for the best texture.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Dough can be made ahead and refrigerated overnight.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a dessert or snack.

Enjoy with a cup of hot tea.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Traditional Slovak Christmas soup

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Slovakia

Cultural Significance

Traditional Christmas dish symbolizing abundance and good fortune.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas Eve
Christmas Day

Occasion Tags

Christmas
Holiday
Celebration

Popularity Score

75/100

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