Poppy Seed Kolache

Description

 * 60 pieces

Ingredients

 * 3 cups flour
 * ½ cup ground almonds
 * 1½ tsp baking powder
 * ¼ tsp salt
 * ½ cup sugar
 * 1 cup butter
 * 1 egg
 * 1 tbsp lemon juice
 * 1 tsp grated lemon peel
 * 2 tbsp water

Poppy seed filling

 * 1 cup poppy seed
 * ½ cup milk
 * ¼ cup honey
 * ⅓ cup chopped dates
 * ⅓ cup chopped nuts
 * 1 dash cinnamon

Directions

 * 1) Mix the first five ingredients and the lemon peel; cut in the butter until mixture is crumbly.
 * 2) Combine the egg, lemon juice and water to add to the flour mixture.
 * 3) Knead lightly into a ball; divide into 8 parts.
 * 4) Roll out each part on a floured board until it is ¼ inch thick, then cut into 4 inch square.
 * 5) Spoon about 1 teaspoon poppy seed filling into the center of each square.
 * 6) Bring two ends together to form a cylinder.
 * 7) Pinch together to seal.
 * 8) Place on a greased baking sheet and brush with milk.
 * 9) Bake at 350°F for 15-20 minutes.

Poppy seed filling

 * 1) Combine all ingredients in a saucepan; cook over low heat until thick, stirring often.
 * 2) Cool and it's ready to use.