Holiday Nut Roll Americanized Croatian Nut Roll

Celebrate the holiday season with a delightful twist on tradition by making this Holiday Nut Roll, an Americanized interpretation of the classic Croatian nut roll. This festive dessert features a tender, buttery dough enriched with sour cream and yeast for an irresistibly soft texture. The sweet, nutty filling combines finely ground walnuts, sugar, milk, and vanilla for a rich and aromatic center. Rolled into perfect spirals and finished with a golden egg wash, these nut rolls are as visually stunning as they are delicious. Ideal for family gatherings or gifting, this recipe captures the nostalgic charm of traditional Eastern European baking with the ease of modern techniques. Indulge in a slice of this flaky, nut-filled treat and savor the warmth of the holidays in every bite! Keywords: holiday nut roll, Croatian nut roll, walnut filling, festive dessert, holiday baking recipe.

Nutriscore Rating: 50/100

Prep Time:120 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:165 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 4 cups all-purpose flour
• 0.5 cup granulated sugar
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 1 cup unsalted butter, softened
• 1 packet active dry yeast
• 0.25 cup warm milk (110°F/43°C)
• 1 cup sour cream
• 2 large eggs, beaten
• 2.5 cups walnuts, finely ground
• 1 cup granulated sugar (for filling)
• 0.25 cup whole milk (for filling)
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 large egg white, beaten (for brushing)

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, dissolve the active dry yeast in warm milk. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes, or until frothy.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, granulated sugar, and salt. Add the softened butter and mix until the mixture resembles coarse crumbs.

Step 3

Add the yeast mixture, sour cream, and beaten eggs to the flour mixture. Knead until a soft, elastic dough forms, about 8-10 minutes. Alternatively, use a stand mixer with a dough hook attachment.

Step 4

Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with plastic wrap or a clean kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for 1-1.5 hours, or until doubled in size.

Step 5

While the dough rises, prepare the filling. In a medium saucepan, combine the finely ground walnuts, granulated sugar (for filling), whole milk (for filling), and vanilla extract. Cook over medium heat, stirring frequently, until the mixture is well combined and slightly thickened. Let it cool to room temperature.

Step 6

Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it into two equal portions.

Step 7

On a floured surface, roll out each portion into a rectangle approximately 12x16 inches in size.

Step 8

Spread half of the walnut filling evenly over each rectangle, leaving a slight border around the edges.

Step 9

Starting with the long side, roll each rectangle tightly into a log. Pinch the edges to seal and tuck the ends under.

Step 10

Place the rolls seam-side down on a parchment-lined baking sheet. Cover with a kitchen towel and let them rise for another 30 minutes.

Step 11

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).

Step 12

Brush the tops of the rolls with the beaten egg white.

Step 13

Bake the rolls for 40-45 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.

Step 14

Allow the nut rolls to cool on a wire rack before slicing and serving. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1795.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	7151.1

Total Fat 438.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 174.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 1014.7mg	0%
Sodium 1629.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 731.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 33.2g	0%
Total Sugars 330.6g
Protein 124.1g	0%

Vitamin D 142IU	0%
Calcium 903.4mg	0%
Iron 33.1mg	0%
Potassium 2317.4mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 53.6%

Protein: 6.7%

Carbs: 39.7%