Walnut Caramel Pogácsa
Walnut Caramel Pogácsa is a special Hungarian pastry that offers a perfect combination of sweet and crumbly dough and a rich caramel flavor. This recipe is a sweeter version of traditional walnut pogácsa, made truly special by the homemade caramel. Making the caramel requires attention, but the result is a silky, softly sweet pogácsa that everyone will love. It's an excellent choice for family celebrations, welcoming guests, or a cold autumn afternoon when you crave something truly special!
Ingredients for this recipe
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Preparation Steps
1
In a saucepan over medium heat, melt the brown sugar until it turns into a golden brown caramel. Be careful not to burn it!
2
Carefully pour in the heavy cream and stir constantly until you get a smooth caramel cream. Let it cool.
3
In a large bowl, sift the flour, then add the baking powder and salt.
4
Dice the cold butter and crumble it into the flour mixture until it resembles coarse crumbs.
5
Add the granulated sugar, ground walnuts, sour cream, and egg, then start kneading the dough. If necessary, you can add a little more sour cream to soften it.
6
While kneading, gradually add the lukewarm caramel mixture so that the dough is flavorful and moist.
7
Cover the dough and chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to make it easier to handle.
8
On a floured surface, roll out the dough to about 1.5 cm (approximately 1/2 inch) thick, then cut out the pogácsa shapes using a cookie cutter.
9
Place the pogácsa on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper, and brush the tops with beaten egg to give them a nice shine.
10
Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (180°C) for about 20-25 minutes, or until golden brown.
11
Let cool, then optionally sprinkle with extra ground walnuts or powdered sugar before serving!
