Poppy Seed Kolache

Description
60 pieces



Ingredients

 * 3 c Flour
 * 1/2 c Ground almonds
 * 1 1/2 ts Baking powder
 * 1/4 ts Salt
 * 1/2 c Sugar
 * 1 c Butter
 * 1   Egg
 * 1 tb Lemon juice
 * 1 ts Grated lemon peel
 * 2 tb Water

POPPY SEED FILLING
 * 1 c Poppy seed
 * 1/2 c Milk
 * 1/4 c Honey
 * 1/3 c Chopped dates
 * 1/3 c Chopped nuts
 * 1 ds Cinnamon

Directions
Mix the first five ingredients and the lemon peel; cut in the butter until mixture is crumbly. Combine the egg, lemon juice and water to add to the flour mixture. Knead lightly into a ball; divide into 8 parts. Roll out each part on a floured board until it is 1/4 inch thick, then cut into 4 inch square. Spoon about 1 teaspoon Poppy Seed Filling into the center of each square. Bring two ends together to form a cylinder. Pinch together to seal. Place on a greased baking sheet and brush with milk. Bake at 350 F for 15-20 minutes.

FILLING: Combine all ingredients in a saucepan; cook over low heat until thick, stirring often. Cool and it's ready to use. NOTE: Any cooked fruit or jam may be used instead of Poppy Seed Filling.