Homemade German Potica with Chocolate and Hazelnut

How to Make Homemade German Potica with Chocolate and Hazelnut at Home

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Ingredients

• 4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup hazelnuts
• 1 cup cocoa powder
• 1 cup sugar
• 1 cup milk
• 2 large eggs
• 1 stick butter
• 2 teaspoons yeast
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup powdered sugar

Instructions

1. 1

   In a small saucepan, gently warm the milk over low heat until it's lukewarm (about 110°F). Remove from heat and sprinkle the yeast over the milk. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.

2. 2

   In a large mixing bowl, combine 3 cups of flour, sugar, and salt. Mix well.

3. 3

   Add the frothy yeast mixture, eggs, melted butter (1 stick), and vanilla extract to the flour mixture. Stir until combined.

4. 4

   Gradually add the remaining flour, about 1 cup at a time, until a soft dough forms.

5. 5

   Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean cloth, and let rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.

6. 6

   While the dough is rising, prepare the filling. In a food processor, blend the hazelnuts until finely ground. Add cocoa powder and powdered sugar, and pulse to combine.

7. 7

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

8. 8

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

9. 9

   Place the rolled dough seam-side down in a greased loaf pan. Cover with a cloth and let it rise for another 30 minutes.

10. 10

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

11. 11

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

12. 12

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