Maková náplň - Czech Poppyseed Filling
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Maková náplň - Czech Poppyseed Filling
Description
Maková náplň combines ground whole poppy seeds gently cooked with milk to soften and release their flavor. Sweetened with granulated sugar and enriched with a spoonful of jam, it develops a thick, richly textured paste that holds moisture without being runny. Freshly grated lemon zest adds a bright note to counterbalance the dense seeds, enhancing the filling's layered taste. Cooking it carefully at moderate heat prevents burning and ensures even softness.
This filling is ideal for traditional Czech baked goods where poppyseed puree serves as a flavorful center. Its thick consistency after cooking and cooling allows easy spreading or piping into pastries without losing shape during baking. The use of a favorite jam allows customization of fruity undertones. It also stores well chilled, ready to use as needed.
When preparing smaller sized pastries, transferring the filling into a decorating bag helps achieve neat, controlled application. Allowing the filling to cool fully is important to prevent dough sogginess or filling spill.
Ingredients
- 2 cups poppy seeds whole
- 1 cup milk
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ⅓ cup jam any solid jam: eg, plum, strawberry, apricot
- ½ Tablespoon lemon freshly ground, zest
Instructions
- Grind 2 cups poppy seeds.
- In a thick bottomed sauce pan, combine ground poppy seeds and 1 cup milk.
- Bring to a boil over medium heat. Stir occasionally to prevent milk from burning. Add ½ cup granulated sugar, ⅓ cup jam, and ½ Tablespoon lemon zest.
- Lower the heat and cook until the poppyseeds soften; it takes about 10 minutes. Stir occasionally.
- When finished, transfer the poppyseed filling to a bowl, set it aside, and allow it to cool down completely.
Notes
- The recipe yields approximately 1 ¾ cups of poppyseed filling, suitable for several pastries.
- For small or intricate pastries like kolaches, transfer cooled filling to a piping bag for controlled filling placement.
- Ensure the filling cools completely before use to maintain pastry structure and prevent sogginess.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 1Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 1640 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 1640kcal | 82% |
| Carbohydrates | 232g | 77% |
| Protein | 35g | 70% |
| Fat | 70g | 108% |
| Saturated Fat | 11g | 55% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 43g | 253% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 11g | 55% |
| Cholesterol | 24mg | 8% |
| Sodium | 181mg | 8% |
| Potassium | 1495mg | 32% |
| Fiber | 31g | 124% |
| Sugar | 172g | 344% |
| Vitamin A | 397IU | 8% |
| Vitamin C | 15mg | 17% |
| Calcium | 2460mg | 246% |
| Iron | 15mg | 83% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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