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50 European desserts you've got to try before you die

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Povitica - Croatia

The povitica is a typical cake pastry popular throughout Eastern Europe that's traditionally prepared for holidays and special occasions. It's made in the shape of rolled bread, similar to strudel.  The recipe changes not only from country to country but also from family to family: the classic filling usually includes ground walnuts and unsweetened cocoa powder, but there's also a delicious version with ground poppy seeds. Get the recipe here.


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INGREDIENTS:

  • 1/4 cup / 50g of softened butter
  • 1 egg (divide the yolk and white)
  • 1/4 cup / 50g of sugar
  • Pinch of sea salt
  • 1 cup / 150g of flour
  • 1 cup / 100g of chopped nuts
  • Salted caramel
  • Melted dark chocolate

METHOD:

  1. In a bowl, mix together the butter, egg yolk, sugar, and salt.

  2. Add the flour and mix. Roll into a ball.

  3. Chill for 30 minutes.

  4. Remove from refrigerator. Divide the dough and roll into 1-inch balls.

  5. Dip each ball in egg yolk, and then roll in chopped nuts.

  6. Place on baking sheet (lined with parchment paper), and press your thumb into the center.

  7. Bake at 340°F/170°C for 12 minutes, or until golden.

  8. Remove from oven and let cool.

  9. Pour the salted caramel into the center groove,and drizzle with dark chocolate.

  10. Enjoy!