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POPPY SEED BREAD ROLLS
TOTAL TIME: 2H
Experience the Nordic breakfast tradition with our Cold-proof Poppy Seed Rolls – the quintessential morning delight. In the Nordic region, these bread rolls hold a special place in breakfast rituals. These rolls are the perfect start to your day, combining convenience with exceptional taste. The secret lies in the overnight proofing in the refrigerator, allowing for a hassle-free morning preparation that culminates in freshly baked perfection just in time for breakfast.
What sets these rolls apart is the addition of rye flour, imparting a distinct and wholesome flavor. You have the flexibility to choose between using milk or water in the recipe, each offering a unique texture to your rolls. Opt for milk for a smoother crumb, or water for a lighter, airier bread with larger airholes. Whichever you choose, the result is a moist and delicious poppy seed roll that is bound to become a breakfast favourite.
1. MIX THE INGREDIENTS
Add the yeast to a bowl. Pour in 400ml of lukewarm milk or water and stir until the yeast dissolves.
Add the flour and 50g of room temperature butter. Mix everything into a smooth dough and knead it for 5 minutes in a bench mixer or by hand.
2. CREATE ROLLS
Place the dough on the kitchen bench and divide it into 12 pieces. Shape round buns by taking a piece, stretching it out, folding it over itself, then repeating that process one more time. Place it in the palm of your hand while cupping the other hand over the dough. Press gently with your fingertips against your palm and rotate the cupped hand several times. This should turn the dough into a smooth ball. Once all are done, place 6 pieces on each tray lined with parchment paper, ensuring there's some space between the buns.
3. LET THE DOUGH REST
Cover the tray with Glad wrap or a tea towel and place it in the refrigerator for 8–10 hours.
4. GET THE BUNS READY
Take the oven trays out of the refrigerator and let them sit at room temperature for 30 min. Preheat the oven to 225°C degrees if using a conventional oven, and 200°C degrees if using a fan-forced oven. Brush the buns with a whipped-up egg and sprinkle poppy seeds on top.
5. BAKE
Bake the buns in the middle of the oven for about 15 minutes, or until golden.
Let them cool on the tray. Enjoy your Nordic breakfast buns!