Sovitika Poyivia (Traditional Rolled Nut Bread)

Sovitika Poyivia (Traditional Rolled Nut Bread)

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A soft, sweet, rolled bread filled with walnuts or almonds, sugar, and cinnamon. Perfect for breakfast, tea, dessert, or special occasions. Easy to make at home and visually impressive with its swirled layers.

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Prep Time 30

Cook Time 1

Total Time 2 15

Servings: 12 slices

Course: Dessert

Cuisine: Croatian/Slovenian, Eastern European

Calories: 250

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

For the Dough:
2½ cups all-purpose flour
3 Tbsp sugar
1½ tsp active dry yeast
¾ tsp salt
1 cup warm milk
2 Tbsp melted butter
1 large egg
For the Filling:
1¼ cups ground walnuts or almonds
½ cup brown sugar
2 tsp cinnamon
¼ cup milk
2 Tbsp melted butter
1 tsp vanilla extract
For the Finish:
1 beaten egg for brushing
Powdered sugar optional

Equipment

Large mixing bowl
Rolling Pin
Loaf pan or baking sheet
Small saucepan (for warming milk and butter)
Whisk or fork (for egg)
Pastry brush (for egg wash)
Kitchen towel or plastic wrap

Method

Activate the Yeast: Warm milk, sprinkle yeast, let sit 5–10 minutes until frothy.
Make the Dough: Mix flour, sugar, salt, egg, butter, and yeast mixture. Knead until smooth. Let rise 1–1½ hours.
Prepare the Filling: Mix nuts, brown sugar, cinnamon, milk, butter, and vanilla.
Roll and Fill: Roll dough into a rectangle, spread filling evenly, and roll into a log.
Second Rise: Place in pan or coil, cover, and let rise 45 minutes.
Bake: Brush top with egg, bake at 175°C (350°F) for 60–70 minutes until golden.
Cool and Serve: Let cool before slicing. Optionally dust with powdered sugar.

Notes

Use fresh nuts for best flavor.
Roll the dough evenly for beautiful swirls.
Allow both rises for soft, fluffy bread.
Customize the filling with dried fruits or spices.
Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days or freeze for longer storage.