Description
These Czech-inspired tarts feature a yeasty bread base with a sweet and nutty poppy seed and plum filling, perfect for dessert or breakfast.
Ingredients
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- 15 grams or 1 tablespoon fresh yeast
- 1 teaspoon white sugar
- 2 tablespoons warm milk
- 2/3 cup (125 ml) warm milk
- 3 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup (60 grams) white sugar
- Pinch of salt
- 2 eggs
- 3 tablespoons sunflower oil
- 1/2 cup poppy seeds
- 1/2 cup plum jam
- 1/4 cup chopped nuts (optional)
- 1 egg yolk (for egg wash)
- 1 tablespoon water (for egg wash)
Instructions
- In a small bowl, combine 15 grams of fresh yeast, 1 teaspoon of sugar, and 2 tablespoons of warm milk. Stir and let it sit for about 5 minutes until it becomes frothy.
- In a large mixing bowl, combine 3 1/4 cups of all-purpose flour, 1/4 cup of sugar, and a pinch of salt. Mix well.
- Create a well in the center of the dry ingredients and add the yeast mixture, 2/3 cup of warm milk, 2 eggs, and 3 tablespoons of sunflower oil. Mix until a dough forms.
- Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until it is smooth and elastic. Place it in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
- Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- On a floured surface, roll out the dough to about 1/4 inch thickness. Cut into circles using a cookie cutter or a glass.
- In a small bowl, mix 1/2 cup of poppy seeds with 1/2 cup of plum jam and 1/4 cup of chopped nuts if using.
- Place a teaspoon of the poppy seed and plum mixture in the center of each dough circle. Fold the edges slightly over the filling to form a tart shape.
- In a small bowl, whisk together 1 egg yolk and 1 tablespoon of water to make an egg wash. Brush the edges of the tarts with the egg wash.
- Place the tarts on the prepared baking sheet and bake in the preheated oven for 15-20 minutes or until golden brown.
- Allow the tarts to cool slightly before serving. Enjoy warm or at room temperature.
Notes
These tarts are great with a cup of tea or coffee. You can substitute the plum jam with apricot or raspberry jam for a different flavor. Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat in the oven for a few minutes before serving to refresh the texture.
- Prep Time: 25 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Dessert
- Cuisine: Czech
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 tart
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 12
- Sodium: 50
- Fat: 7
- Carbohydrates: 34
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 5
- Cholesterol: 35