When it's time to bring a taste of Europe to your home for the holidays, Potica a Yugoslavian classic will add a touch of the old country to your table.
Learn to make authentic Yugoslavian Potica and bring a taste of Eastern European Cuisine to your own home.
Potica is a Yugoslavian nut roll that I found the recipe for about 25 years ago and we’ve made this every year ever during the holidays. Grab a cup of coffee and enjoy a slice of this delicious bread… here we go!
Place dough in a lightly greased large bowl. Turn dough over, greased side up and cover with a towel. Let it rise in warm place (85F) free from draft until doubled in size – about an hour.
Roll the dough out to a 30′ x 20” rectangle. Spread the filling evenly over the dough to 1 inch from the edge.
Starting from wide side roll the dough up tightly, jellyroll style. Seal the roll by pinching edges of the dough with your fingers.
On a large greased cookie sheet or seasoned baking stone, form the roll into a large coil. Cover with a towel and let the dough rise in a warm place (85F), for one hour.
Bake 35-40 minutes until golden, then cool on a wire rack.
You can make this recipe and cut the dough into 4 equal parts and make 4 small loaves. They would be the perfect size for a housewarming or holiday gift.
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Potica
Ingredients
Bread
- 1/2 cup granulated sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 cup butter
- 1 cup hot milk
- 2 packages active dry yeast
- 1/4 cup warm water (105-115F)
- 2 eggs
- 4.5 cups unsifted all-purpose flour
Filling
- 3 eggs
- 4 cups (1lb) walnuts, finely chopped
- 1 cup light brown sugar , packed
- 1/3 cup butter , melted
- 1 ½ teaspoons cinnamon (I omit due to allergies)
- 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste or extract
Instructions
- Stir sugar, salt and ¼ cup butter into hot milk. Cool to lukewarm. (a drop on your wrist won’t feel hot)
- Sprinkle yeast over warm water in a large bowl. Stir to dissolve.
- Stir in lukewarm milk mixture.
- Add 2 eggs and 2.5 cups flour. Beat with a wooden spoon until smooth.
- Gradually beat in remaining 2 cups flour; knead with hand until the dough is stiff enough to leave side of bowl.
- Place dough in a lightly greased large bowl. Turn dough over – greased side up – and cover with a towel.
- Let rise in warm place (85F) free from drafts, until doubled in size – about an hour.
- Make Filling – In a medium bowl beat eggs slightly, add nuts, brown sugar, 1/3 cup melted butter, cinnamon and vanilla. Stir and set aside.
- When dough has risen, punch down. On a lightly floured surface, turn dough out, cover with bowl and let rest for 10 minutes.
- Roll the dough out to a 30x20” rectangle.
- Spread with filling, to 1 inch from edge.
- Starting from wide side – roll up tightly – jellyroll style. Seal by pinching edges of dough with fingers.
- On a large greased cookie sheet or seasoned baking stone, form roll into a large coil.
- Let rise in a warm place (85F), cover with towel, for one hour.
- Preheat oven to 350F. Brush with 2 Tablespoons melted butter. Bake 35-40 minutes until golden.
- Cool on wire rack. Makes a whopping 4-pound loaf!
Susan says
Thank you, thank you, thank you for this recipe. My mother had this recipe for years and gave me her one-and-only copy. Two years ago it was thrown out by mistake!! I thought I lost this recipe forever. My father, born and raised in Slovenia, looooved this recipe. I have been searching for this recipe and finally found it on your site. Just made it for Easter and my father loved it so much!! Thank you for helping me make an 85-year-old Slovenian smile and tell me it was just like my grandmother’s!! The only tweaking I did was put a little lemon zest in the yeast dough, and add stroh rum (to taste preference) in the filling. Sooooo goood!!!
Stacia says
With family from Yugoslavia/Slovenia this recipe was a welcomed treat! Thank you!
The only issue I had with the recipe is that the given total prep and cook time is 2 hours. However with the second rise period and taking more than 10 minutes in prep this recipe actually takes about 3-1/2 hours to complete. So plan accordingly.
Anna says
Love this type of bread and just stumbled over your site, thank you so much!!!
Question: Just wondering if the printable recipe has all the adjustments made already, it looks like it is but just want to confirm. Can’t wait to go home and try it this weekend!!
Thank you again and again
Chef Dennis says
hi Anna
yes the adjustments were made to the recipe. This was a guest post from a fellow blogger, she did an amazing job with the Potica. Please let me know how it turns out, and thank you for stopping by, I hope to see you again!
Dennis
Anna says
The bread turned out perfect, for a first time try it couldn’t be any better, my guest want me to make it again and give out as gifts….I handed them the recipe instead 🙂
Thank you very much!!
Chef Dennis says
you’re very welcome, and I’m so happy to hear the Potica was a success!
Shirley says
Our family make 3 types apple, nut, and cottage cheese Poticas. We use sauted bread crumbs in butter with the nuts, apple, or cottage cheese. I have never seen any recipes making the Poticas like our family does.
Paul D says
My mom is approaching 81; today she made this potica bread, she learnt how when she was just a child @ the young age of 13, her mother in law was German, mom had made one every year till 1974, today one last time she made it again. As I read your recipe posted it was kind of eerie that it was exactly as mom made from memory! The bread is delicious!
La says
So nice to see this recipe! I grew up in Southern Colorado, and all the Italian and Slav ladies made this for special occasions. I am not either, but make it every year at Christmas time. I do have a question about the cup of water. Is this a whole cup or what? It is not specified. Thanks!
Chef D says
I’m sorry that should read 1/4 cup of water. Thanks for pointing that out!
Blair K. says
Wow! What an amazing introduction to Foodbuzz, to read all this! I just joined yesterday, brought here by my new food interest, exploring my Slovenian roots. I’m trying to go beyond the one and only ethnic food I grew up with: potica 🙂 This looks yummy, Ann, and very traditional. My family most often used a walnut-cinnamon-honey filling, but pecans work really well, too. I’ve also tasted that cheese tarragon version. Belated thanks, Chef Dennis, from a new member of the community.
Chef D says
Welcome to foodbuzz, if you have any questions, don’t hesitate to contact me.
Blair K. says
Thanks, Chef Dennis!
Ann says
Hi Debra! I’m SO excited that you grew up eating this! Thanks for pointing out the missing information on the recipes…oops! I hope you enjoy this and I’m so excited that you’re making this for your dad! Have a GREAT weekend!
Debra says
Yeah, this is the best bread ever! I am not a lover of walnuts, but I love this bread so much. Have a great week and weekend!
Chef D says
Hi Debra, I must have missed those amounts when I copied and pasted Ann’s recipe into the recipe format, thanks so much for alerting me to that! I just checked with Ann and it’s 1/2 cup of Sugar and 1/4 cup of butter.
have a wonderful weekend!
Dennis
Debra says
Great. Thanks so much! I appreciate it.
Ella @ Home Cooking Adventure says
Wow,
this looks amazing. I have to try this soon.
Ann says
Thanks, Ella! Let me know how yours turned out….or better yet – blog it! I’d love to see the post!
Joanna @ Chic & Gorgeous Treats says
Hi Ann & Chef Dennis! Oh wow.. I’ve been behind from my blog reading due to hectic schedule. I’m glad it’s starting to slow down right now. After going to your blog and discover you will be guest posting at his blog, I was beyond speechless and happy for you. . I think it’s so cool to be able to guest post as Chef Dennis’s blog. He had so many Top 9s and so do you Ann. 2 fantastic cooks with mouth watering recipes. . I’ve not baked Potica before and wil definitely book mark this recipe. Till then.. happy cooking and baking!! Hugs, Jo
Ann says
Hi Joana! Thanks so much! You are such an amazingly talented baker that you can make this with your eyes closed! Thanks for your comment and have fun at the Food Buzz Conference!
Britne @ Shabbott's Habits says
So glad that Chef Dennis had Ann over to guest post. She is such a sweet-heart in the Foodbuzz community. Plus, I love love love this recipe! It reminds me of a similar nut-roll that the ladies at my church sell each Christmas. There is literally a wait-list for the stuff. Now it looks like I’ll be baking my own. Thanks Ann!
Ann says
Hi Britne! I’m such a fan of your blog that it makes me very happy to see you here! I’m thrilled that you can now make your own! Maybe give those church ladies a run for their money?!
Tiffany {A Clove of Garlic} says
I have never even heard of this before, but it sounds and looks delicious. I love the Fall pictures!
Ann says
Hi Tiffany! thanks so much! I think you’d like it!
Kita says
What a beautiful and intricate recipe and post! I love Ann’s blog and its always great to see a blogger on here that I am already familiar with!
Ann says
Thanks, Kita! Coming from such an amazing cook/blogger/photographer as you – that means a lot! I’m always excited when I know who is on Chef Dennis’s Guest Post Fridays…..it’s always fun to see who’s next! Thanks for your comment!
Laura @ Family Spice says
Yay, Ann! Great guest post and can you send me some of that potica?! That looks AMAZING!
Ann says
I’d LOVE to send you some! However, it’ll be stale by the time it arrives and as talented as you are…you could make this with one wooden spoon tied behind your back!
Kim Bee says
I am so happy to see Ann here. I adore this woman. Congrats on being a guest blogger my dear. This recipe is absolutely out of this world. I wish I was there to sample it. The pictures are incredible. I am so proud of you, you amaze me constantly.
Chef Dennis- thanks for sharing your page with Ann for the day. Sure was fun to see you two here. Glad you had a great day. It’s funny as we get older how much we appreciate the small things in life. Hope you both a wonderful week.
Ann says
Awwww, Kim….you SO rock! Thanks for your comments – you know you’re made of awesome, right?! I’m sorry you weren’t here to try it as well – it was delish…and very large!
Elin says
Ann…..that is good one and I have KIV it…infact I cant wait for the weekend to come to make this 🙂 I know I will love it…looks delish…thanks for sharing this potica recipe.
Chef Dennis…thanks for sharing Ann with us 🙂 She is a great baker and I great to see her guest post her. I ca’t wait to make this potica….first time hearing of this nut roll 🙂 I agree with her ..you are the Yoda of Foodbuzz 🙂 Keep them coming Chef..
Have a nice day to Ann and Chef Dennis,
Elin
Ann says
Hi Elin! This weekend? AWESOME! Please let me know how it turns out! I’m so excited you’re going to make it! I appreciate your kind comment more than you know!
mangiabella says
the feeling is quite mutual – and this nut roll is out of this world!!! great guest post!!!!
Ann says
Thank you! I’m glad you liked it. Chef Dennis/Yoda is pretty awesome, isn’t he?
Kelly says
Oh, what a fantastic recipe… looks so delicious. Great team work Ann and Chef Dennis! Ann is such a delight – a kind heart and warm smile.
Ann says
Kelly – Thank you! You are so sweet to say that….I’m glad you like the recipe and it was all Chef Dennis’s doing – I was so thrilled to be asked to post for him!
Emily @ Life on Food says
I love learning new recipes from other cultures. This looks great and so beautiful. I think I will have to try it out a few times before I could be confident in the gift arena. Good thing for me!
Ann says
Hi Emily! I think you’ll be able to make this without any problem! It comes together much easier than you think! However, if you need to TASTE TEST….I understand!
Betty Ann @Mango_Queen says
Wow! I’ve never had this before but it looks fabulous. I love to bake bread, especially this time of the year. Must try this one. Thanks Ann, for a great recipe. Thanks, Chef Dennis for featuring a great guest this week!
Ann says
Oooh, Betty Ann if you like to bake, you’ll LOVE this one! Not so difficult you’ll get frustrated with HUGE results. I hope you make it – let me know how you liked it! Thanks for your comment!
Eftychia says
Congradulations to you and to Chef Dennis for having your post in his blog! Really good!!
Ann says
Thank you Eftychia! I appreciate that – coming from such an accomplished cake artist!
Boulder Locavore says
What a lovely seasonal post and great introduction to Ann! I loved ‘Mike’s’ nostalgic comment above about how this was a family traditional dish for his family and with his older mother maybe he’ll make it. Isn’t that the way food works? It truly binds us together? I can see how I could easily adapt this to be gluten free and think I’ll give it a whirl. Thank you!
And Dennis we all feel the same about you. You add warmth and character to our food community; without you it would never be the same.
Ann says
HI there! What a lovely comment! You’re right – it’s amazing how much food – good food – binds us. My mother was NOT a cook, but the things that she did make I remember with great fondness. I hope you adapt this to gluten free…and please blog about it! I’d love to see your changes! Thanks for your comment and it’s nice to meet you!
Alyssa says
Ann is one of my absolute favorite bloggers, so I was soooo excited to see this post! I love the reference to yoda, so true!!! And this nut roll looks to DIE FOR! My husband always says that he hates nuts, but I’m sure if I made this for him, he would have more than one slice. Again, a really great guest post!
Ann says
Hi Alyssa! Thank you SO much! That was one of the nicest things I’ve read/heard all day! I’m glad you like the potica. If you hubby doesn’t like nuts…..maybe fill it with poppy seeds?
Grubarazzi (@Grubarazzi) says
Chef Dennis, I will now be referring to you as the Yoda of Foodbuzz. That has to be one of the sweetest and funniest things I’ve seen all day. Ann, these pictures and that recipe is amazing! Great job!
Chef D says
thanks! I love the title!
Ann says
I’m glad you like the title, Chef Yoda…you may be stuck with it!
Ann says
Thanks! I’m glad you like the recipe – it was fun to do the post!
Kate @Kate from Scratch says
This is a gorgeous recipe, Ann, it’s so good to see you here with Chef Dennis! He is indeed our yoda, and we his padawans. lol! So true. I love it!
Ann says
Thanks, Kate! I was SO happy to be asked to do a guest post for Chef Yoda!
Jennifer Eloff says
Good grief, Ann – that’s amazing! You’re amazing! Have a wonderful weekend, my sweet friend.
Ann says
Hi Jennifer! You are the sweet one! Thanks for your wonderful comment – it made me smile!
Sandi says
Top 9 worthy, congratulations 🙂
Such a fun, professional representation of food, NICE!
Ann says
Thanks, Sandi! I’m glad you liked it!
Mojca says
Hello! I am from Slovenia and am very happy to see, that potica is popular in other parts of the world too. Traditional filling is made with walnuts, but there are other varities such as honey, poppy, coconut, almonds and also savory varieties with cracklings.
Ann says
Hi Mojca! I really enjoy this and it’s my husbands favorite! I love the idea of a coconut filling….and savory? Delicious! I can see I need to research this more! Thanks for stopping by and your wonderful comment!
ben says
As Slovenian, I like most young cheese with tarragon filling.
Blair K. says
Hi Ben,
I grew up on walnut potica (my mom is Slovenian American) but only tasted the tarragon version recently, at a fancy restaurant dinner put on by a Slovenian winemaker. Definitely an intriguing taste, and very unusual to the American palate. It was served as an appetizer at that dinner. Is that how you eat it?
Sandra says
Congratulations on Top 9 you guys deserve it!
Ann says
Thank you, Sandra! I was thrilled!
Mike says
This recipe brings a tear to my eye.
My mom used to make this during Christmas time and it was something that all of us in the family loved and looked forward to.
Alas, as my mother has gotten older, rolling dough and other tasks have gotten more challenging for her and it has been years since she made this.
Perhaps I will be inspired by this and make it over the holiday season. It would certainly be a treat for my brothers and I.
Ann says
Hi Mike! I think it would be GREAT for you to make it. I suspect your mother would love it!
Sandra's Easy Cooking says
Just stopped by to congratulate you both on Top 9!!! 🙂
Ann says
Thanks, Sandra! You are always so sweet!
Jersey Girl Cooks says
What a beautiful looking bread. Now I am going over to check out your blog.
Ann says
Thank you SO much!
Meghan says
So nice to see Ann here today! Lovely post and wonderful looking bread! Hope you both have a great weekend 🙂
Ann says
Thank you Meghan! The weekend sure did start off nicely!
Katrina @ In Katrina's Kitchen says
“The Yoda of Foodbuzz” LOL! Oh Ann my family is from Czechoslovakia and we eat this every Christmas. I was so happy to see it here today! Actually, great grandma from Czechoslovakia, great Grandpa from Hungry…they got on a boat to America after meeting each other and both wanting to run from arranged marriages! Makes me smile 🙂
Ann says
Katrina, I absolutely adore that story! Thank you for sharing it…..it makes the potica all the sweeter!
[email protected] kitcheninspirations.wordpress.com says
What a lovely post, Ann. Congratulations! The Hungarians make something similar called Beigli. I used to make it every year, but found I was the only one eating it! The Hungarian version is just a single roll, but it’s sliced similar to your roll ball. Perhaps I’ll do it again this year.
Ann says
Oooh, Eva! I hope you make this and blog it! I’d love to see it!
Missy says
This is beautiful. I am babystepping into the world of bread…..this is gorgeous!
Ann says
Missy – this one is pretty easy to make….I bet you could do it with no problem!
My Inner Chick says
—Puuuuuure Heaven.
DO they eat this in Heaven, Ann? I think so. I really do.
I can taste the nuttiness & brown sugar on my tongue & I’m doing the happy dance.
–Thanks for introducing your readers to the real Yoda :))) Xxxx
Ann says
Kim! You are the sweetest! Thank you for such lovely words! If they do serve this in heaven, there are some real special folks enjoying it, right?!
Meagan @ Scarletta Bakes says
Yay! Two of my favorite food blooging peeps in one place! This bread looks fantastic, Ann – thanks so much for sharing!! I LOVE the nutty filling. Cheers and happy weekend!
Ann says
Meagan – you made my day! Thank you! It’s not often I bake, but coming from you – your words mean a lot! I hope your weekend is super!
Milliver's Travels says
This looks delish! I didn’t know about potica until now but I would love to try this. I bet the house smells divine while it’s baking.
Great guest post from my favorite food blogger, Ann. I agree you can feel the energy (and the fun!) in everything she does. This is my first visit to the Chef Dennis blog and everything feels very warm and friendly here too.
Great combo of foodies! Thanks for the lovely autumn vibes.
~ Milli
Chef D says
So glad you stopped by, its very nice to meet you!
Ann says
HI Milli! Thank you SO much for your sweet words! I think you would enjoy this one – very fall/winter tasting and it smells amazing when baking. You get the bread smells AND the sweet smells!
Suzi says
Ann, the Happy Dance is good. I think we all are all a bit secretly in love with Chef Dennis. Another wonderful post Chef and Ann as always another great recipe. Looks delicious.
Chef D says
Now you got me blushing!
Ann says
TeeHee! GREAT comment, Suzi! Thanks SO much for making Chef Dennis blush! (BTW – i agree with you!)
RavieNomNoms says
What a fabulous bread Ann!! That looks amazing, I know I would love this…I am going to have to try it out lady!
Thanks so much for featuring Ann, Chef. I always love seeing her posts! 😀
I hope you both have a fabulous weekend!
Ann says
Thanks, Ravi! I hope you enjoy it when you try it out. Thanks to Chef Dennis, you and all the other wonderful commenters, I’ll have a GREAT weekend!
Julia Munroe Martin says
I cannot wait to try this recipe — it will be perfect for holiday gatherings! And It’s so great to see my good blogging friend Ann here with this wonderful guest post. Only one thing would’ve made it better: a movie of the happy dance! 🙂
Chef D says
I agree I would love to see that happy dance!
Susan McNutt says
Not sure you’d want to see the happy dance. I have been privileged to see it….although it would give you a good laugh! She’s as animated in dance as she is in cooking/blogging!u
Chef D says
That would be a sight to behold I am sure!
Ann says
No, NO, NO!!!!! Trust me – you do NOT want to see me dance!
Ann says
Julia – you will LOVE this! It’s big and perfect for gatherings! No happy dance, tho….
Susan McNutt says
Nanner!….A guest on a chefs blog! How exciting! Looks delish! Isn’t my sister great Dennis? Sisters Rock!
Chef D says
Hi Susan
Ann is the best! thanks for stopping by!
Ann says
*sigh* Thanks, Chef. You rock, too!
Ann says
You SO rock! I can’t wait til you get down here and we can have some sister time! I’ll have one of these ready for you when you get here! Sisters ROCK!
danielle says
Looks absolutely delicious! Excellent choice for a guest blogger Dennis! 😉
Ann says
Awwww, Danielle – Thanks! I appreciate that more than you know!
Dara says
Well done! This looks fabulous.
Ann says
Thank you SO much! It was fabulous of Chef Dennis to let me do a guest post!
Sandra says
Ann is treasure in the blogging community as are you Chef. Wonderful post Ann and the step by step pictures are great.
Ann says
Awww, Sandra – you are so sweet! Thanks for that and I’m glad you enjoyed the pictures and potica!
Vicki Bensinger says
Hi Chef Dennis I’ve never been to your blog before but look forward to browsing around. Ann is an incredible cook and it amazes me that she has a new and delicious post almost daily.
Ann this bread looks fantastic and would be a perfect gift to share during the holidays. I’ve never made this before but look forward to making it in the near future.
Thanks for sharing your recipe and lovely photos while introducing me to Chef Dennis.
Chef D says
Hi Vicki
thanks so much for stopping by, it’s very nice to meet you!
Ann says
Hi Vicki! Wow! Coming from such an amazing instructor like you – that means a lot! Thanks SO much!
I’m glad you like the bread and it makes a great gift. However, whenever I make any for gifts…honey bunny ends up cutting into them while they’re still hot!
I’m glad you got to meet Chef Dennis – he has a GREAT site with tons of recipes and blogging information. You’ll love it!
Kristen says
Ann, that is simply a gorgeous loaf. I am excited to try it and am so happy that you got this opportunity! Chef, thank you for inviting Ann to post. She is wonderful and I can vouch for how excited she was to be a guest here!!
Ann says
Hi Kristen! I WAS bursting at the seams wasn’t I? I was so excited to do this post (who am I kidding – I’m still excited!).
Curt says
That filling sounds delicious. And as always, the photos are awesome!
Ann says
Hi Curt! It was a delicious filling, thanks! You should try it with cinnamon – you’d love it! Thanks for your kind words and I’m glad you liked the pics!
Liz says
Brava, Ann!!! What a spectacular bread!!!! So nice to see you here as a guest of Chef Dennis! I’m such a fan of you both~
Ann says
Thank you Liz! I’m a huge fan right back! It was great being here…….you’re the best!
Quay Po Cooks says
Wow , I love the bread. Sounds so delicious. Chef Denis, nice to see Ann on your blog. I agree with Ann about you. From you blog, we learn a lot! You are so generous in sharing your knowledge in cooking and baking with us. Thanks to you and Ann.
Ann says
Quay, It’s amazing how generous Chef Dennis is with his knowledge and experience, isn’t it? We are so lucky to have him!
Mary says
This bread looks awesome. I’ve never heard of Potica before this. Thanks!
Ann says
Hi Mary! I’d never heard of this before I found the recipe…now I can’t imagine fall/winter without it!
Nami | Just One Cookbook says
Hi Chef Dennis and Ann! Great to see you two here. Ann, you described Chef Dennis quite correctly. lol! We can’t blog without Chef Dennis. =) Well, we also love your blog and your kind personality Ann. I’m happy that you get to bake for this guest post and share this delicious Potica with us! It looks really gooooood!!! Happy fall to all!
Ann says
HI Nami! I’m glad you liked my description! Thank you for such a lovely comment! I was so excited to share it. Happy Fall to you, too!
cooking varieties-wan maznah says
Wow ! fantastic photography works. This looks so delicious and authentic, bookmarked this with thanks
Ann says
Hi Wan! Thank you SO much! You are such a sweet blogging friend. I hope you like this as much as we did!
Sandra's Easy Cooking says
It is nice to see Ann here to guest post, she is one of the wonderful and supportive bloggers! I love her blog too..
Ann how interesting that you picked recipe from my childhood ..I ate it often, similar one over at my grandma’s house..but every household has their own version, and she made it without cinnamon too.
Great photos and awesome guest post!!!
Ann says
Awwww, Sandra! You make me smile and blush! I’m thrilled that you’ve had this before and it’s an old family recipe. I hope you make yours this holiday season…I’d love to compare notes!
naomi says
This just totally made my night. I use to date guy whose family made this every year for the holidays, but it was such a closely guarded secret I never got the recipe. Guess who has it now?!! My turn to do the happy dance!
And Dennis is GREAT!!!
Ann says
Naomi – I have to say – I read your comment to my Honey Bunny! We both chuckled and are SO glad you have the recipe!
….and I suspect your happy dance is WAY better than mine!
Elies_Lie says
@ann :
thx again for the recipe and the lovely photos ann!
I often buy this at a local supermarket on break section, love to know that I have the recipe – from u! I’ll sure enjoy this when I have time to make it…TQ my dear 🙂
@chef dennis :
Tq chef for letting ann dot he post and sharing it with us, this autumn-rainy holiday season is one of the season I love the most, with this recipe now I have a variety of noon snack or even dessert breakfast! Tq! 😉
Ann says
Elies – you are SO sweet – I just adore you…Thanks so much for your lovely comment!
Ann says
I agree – I’m a huge fan of pecans! I think any nut that you LIKE would be perfect!
Dionne Baldwin says
Ann, this looks GREAT! I’ve never heard of this before, but being kind of a bread addict I’m going to have to give this a go! What a great idea to give this away in those holiday tins! Thank you for that tip!
I hope you have a great Friday! Dennis, thanks for introducing me to Ann!
Chef D says
Thanks Dionne! enjoy your weekend!
Ann says
Hi Dionne! Thanks SO much! I hope you do give it a go and email me if you have any questions! I’m so excited that we got to meet, too! Have a terrific weekend!
Susie says
WOW Ann this looks fabulous and totally perfect for Fall. Great guest post!!!!
Ann says
Thanks, Susie….it’s one of those treats that (to me) tastes just like fall!
Christine says
Nice to see Ann here. Another great recipe.
Ann says
Nice to BE here! I’m glad you liked the recipe!
[email protected] says
Great post Chef; and great blogger choice! And wonderful recipe Ann!!!!! Yay for getting to do a guest post for Chef Dennis 🙂
Now to go buy walnuts 😀
Ann says
Hi Janet! I’m glad you liked the recipe! I was SO excited I honestly did the happy dance (which is awful, I promise). Go get the walnuts and make this – I promise you won’t regret it!
Chef D says
I don’t see why it wouldn’t work!
Roxana GreenGirl says
So nice to see Ann on your blog Chef. She’s a wonderful blogger.
Ann, we have something similar in Romania but I can’t wait to try the Yugoslavian version.Thanks for sharing!
Ann says
Oooh, Roxana! There’s a Romanian version? Please tell me you’ll make it and blog it so we can see it! I’d love it! Thanks for your kind words – you make me smile!
Casise [Bake Your Day] says
What a wonderful post. I agree with you, Dennis, fall is definitely here too. Ann, what a great post. The bread is beautiful and the filling sounds awesome. The swirls are beautiful and I love that it’s something that you’ve been making for so long. I will definitely try this!
Ann says
Hi Cassie! Thanks so much! I hope you try this – as talented a baker as you are you can make this with your eyes closed! It’s amazing how foods change with the seasons, isn’t it?
Erin @ Dinners, Dishes and Desserts says
Ann has such a great blog, so good to see her here. I have a 6 year old that is truly obsessed with Star Wars, so after watching and reading way too much of it, I agree – Totally Yoda! This bread looks like a great thing to make for your indulgence day!
Ann says
Erin – you are too awesome for words! I’m glad you like the Yoda analogy…it fits, doesn’t it? This is super indulgent, but I couldn’t resist and honey bunny knew exactly what he wanted on indulgence day!
P.S. I’m ALL about Star Wars & Star Trek!
Ridwan says
Great post Chef Dennis,and I’m so happy for you Ann,great recipe,potica looks great !!
Ann says
Thanks Ridwan! It’s one of our favorites!
Tori @ The Shiksa in the Kitchen says
Wow! I love this post. But that’s no surprise, I love Ann’s blog! I’ve never heard of potica, it looks delicious and perfect for autumn. Chef Dennis, I’m so happy Ann’s guest post reminded me to check in with your wonderful blog!
Ann says
Tori – you are so sweet! Thank you so much for your visit and kind words! It’s a great autumn bakery item! I was SO happy to post here today!
Stephanie @ Eat. Drink. Love. says
I love Ann and I love this recipe!! I love that Ann says you are the Yoda of Foodbuzz. I totally agree with that statement!!
Ann says
Thanks, Stephanie! He IS the Yoda of FoodBuzz, isn’t he?! It just …..FITS!
Ann says
Thank you SO much Chef, for the opportunity to guest post for you….I had a GREAT time!
Michelle O says
I agree with Stephanie! Totally the Yoda of food buzz. haha she’s so cute. Love this recipe. Thanks Ann!
Ann says
HI Michelle! I’m glad you like the recipe and the Yoda comparison! (Thanks for your comment, too!)
The Kitchen Noob says
That’s a bookmark – I love rolled up breads like that. 🙂
Very nice post, Chef Dennis, and great recipe, Ann! I needed the smile today.
Ann says
Oooh – I’m so excited that you bookmarked! I think your Friday posts are awesome that you make a guest blog recipe! I’m glad it made you smile and thanks!
Amalia says
My mom makes something very similar to this and it is incredibly good! This looks just as delicious! 🙂
Ann says
Wow – that it’s compared to a “MOM” recipe is the highest compliment I can think of! You made my day…thank you!
Jen says
That’s rockin’ Ann! I’m so excited for you – it looks beautiful. And thanks for the coffee earlier; I really enjoyed the chat. You’ve definitely got a keeper here Chef Dennis!
Ann says
Hi Jen! I’m glad you liked it! I had SUCH a nice time yesterday! I’m already looking forward to the next time we meet up! Thanks for your kind words – you’re super!