Easy German Potica with Almond Filling

How to Make Easy German Potica with Almond Filling at Home

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Ingredients

• 3 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup almonds
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 cup milk
• 2 large eggs
• 1 stick butter
• 1 packet yeast
• 1 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup powdered sugar

Instructions

1. 1

   In a small saucepan, heat the milk until warm (about 110°F). Remove from heat and sprinkle the yeast on top. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.

2. 2

   In a large mixing bowl, combine 2 cups of flour, sugar, cinnamon, and salt. Mix well.

3. 3

   Add the frothy yeast mixture, melted butter (1/2 stick), eggs, and vanilla extract to the dry ingredients. Mix until combined.

4. 4

   Gradually add the remaining flour, 1 cup at a time, until a soft dough forms. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth.

5. 5

   Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.

6. 6

   While the dough is rising, prepare the almond filling. In a food processor, blend the almonds until finely ground. Add 1/2 cup of sugar and mix until combined.

7. 7

   Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out into a rectangle (about 12x18 inches) on a floured surface.

8. 8

   Spread the almond mixture evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.

9. 9

   Starting from one long side, carefully roll the dough into a log. Pinch the seams to seal.

10. 10

    Place the rolled dough into a greased loaf pan. Cover and let it rise for another 30 minutes.

11. 11

    Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C). Bake the potica for 30-35 minutes, or until golden brown.

12. 12

    Remove from the oven and let it cool in the pan for 10 minutes before transferring to a wire rack to cool completely.

13. 13

    Once cooled, dust with powdered sugar before slicing and serving.