NUT ROLL COFFEE CAKES

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"I especially love preparing povatica with ground-up walnuts," shares Louise Gasper of Northville, Michigan. "The bread is tender with a golden brown crust and a nutty filling that's flavorful but not too sweet. With a drizzle of white icing and a sprinkle of walnuts on top, this bread becomes a festive dessert. It pairs well with a cup of strong coffee."

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 1h5m

Yield 3 loaves.

Number Of Ingredients 18

Ingredients

1 package (1/4 ounce) active dry yeast
1/4 cup warm water (110° to 115°)
1 cup butter, melted and cooled
1/2 cup warm milk (110° to 115°)
3 large egg yolks
2 tablespoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
3 cups all-purpose flour
FILLING:
3 large egg whites
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3/4 cup sugar
2-1/4 cups ground walnuts
ICING:
3/4 cup confectioners' sugar
1 teaspoon butter, softened
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
3 to 4 teaspoons milk

Steps:

In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Add the butter, milk, egg yolks, sugar, salt and flour; beat until smooth. Do not knead. Cover and refrigerate overnight. , For filling, in a small bowl, beat egg whites and vanilla on medium speed until soft peaks form. Gradually beat in sugar, 1 tablespoon at a time, on high until stiff glossy peaks form and sugar is dissolved. Fold in walnuts; set aside. , Turn dough onto a lightly floured surface. Let stand for 10 minutes or until easy to handle. Divide into thirds. Roll each portion into a 15x13-in. rectangle. Spread filling over rectangles to within 1/2 in. of edges. Roll up jelly-roll style, starting with a long side; pinch seam to seal. , Place seam side down on greased baking sheets. Cover and let rise until doubled, about 45 minutes. Bake at 350° for 20-25 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from pans to wire racks to cool. Combine glaze ingredients; drizzle over coffee cakes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 124 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 26mg cholesterol, Sodium 74mg sodium, Carbohydrate 13g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 1g fiber), Protein 2g protein.