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Poppy Seed Bread Pudding (Mákos Guba)

Name: Poppy Seed Bread Pudding (Mákos Guba)
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 pieces day-old crescent rolls (kifli) or challah; 500 ml milk; 100 g granulated sugar; 150 g ground poppy seeds; 1 piece zest of 1 lemon; 1 packet vanilla sugar (or 1 tsp vanilla extract); 1 tbsp butter (for greasing the dish); 2 tbsp rum (optional)

Difficulty

easy

Time

45m

Price Category

cheap

Calories

Medium

Mákos Guba is a true Hungarian classic that has delighted sweet tooths for generations. This comforting dessert or light main course is made from day-old crescent rolls (kifli), sweet milk, and rich layers of poppy seeds, then baked to a golden brown. It's a perfect choice for cold winter evenings, festive occasions, or simply for a touch of nostalgia. Prepare this simple yet irresistible delicacy yourself!

ingredients

4 Servings

6 pieces day-old crescent rolls (kifli) or challah500 ml milk100 g granulated sugar150 g ground poppy seeds1 piece zest of 1 lemon1 packet vanilla sugar (or 1 tsp vanilla extract)1 tbsp butter (for greasing the dish)2 tbsp rum (optional)

Steps

Preparation

Preheat your oven to 180°C (160°C for fan-assisted ovens). Grease a medium-sized ovenproof dish with butter. Slice the crescent rolls (kifli) into approximately 1-1.5 cm thick rounds.

Milk and Poppy Seeds

In a saucepan, gently heat the milk with the granulated sugar and vanilla sugar (or vanilla extract) until the sugar dissolves. Do not boil. In a separate bowl, mix the ground poppy seeds with the grated lemon zest and optional rum.

Layering and Baking

Spread half of the sliced kifli rounds evenly over the bottom of the greased dish. Pour half of the warm milk over them, then sprinkle with half of the poppy seed mixture. Repeat the layering with the remaining kifli, milk, and poppy seeds. Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the milk is fully absorbed.

Serving

Let it rest for 5-10 minutes before serving warm. It's most delicious dusted with powdered sugar or served with vanilla custard.

Extra Tips

► It's best to use day-old crescent rolls (kifli) as they absorb the milk better without becoming soggy.

► If you like a more intense flavor, add a splash of rum or rum essence to the milk.

► Before serving, dust with powdered sugar or serve with vanilla custard for an even greater treat.

Nutrition

	Per 100g	Per Serving 250g / 8.8 oz
Calories	280 kcal	700 kcal
Protein	8g	20g
Fat	12g	30g
Carbohydrate	35g	88g
Fiber	4g	10g
Sugar	18g	45g

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