ReceptnaptárMakowiec bez mąki (flourless poppy seed sponge)
This flourless poppy seed sponge is a light, modern take on the Polish Christmas makowiec: ground poppy seeds alone give the cake its body, and stiffly whisked egg whites make it airy. Apple and orange zest keep it moist. It also suits gluten-free diets, and it takes far less work than the classic poppy seed roll.
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Ingredients
Method
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- Preheat the oven to 170 °C and line a 20×25 cm tin.
- Whisk the yolks with half the sweetener until fluffy, add the poppy seeds, apple, orange zest, raisins, vanilla and baking powder.
- Whisk the whites with the rest of the sweetener to stiff peaks and fold gently into the poppy mixture.
- Spread in the tin and bake for 35-40 minutes.
- Slice once cool; it keeps 4 days.
A Receptnaptár original recipe. Calories and protein are estimated.
Tips
- Use freshly ground poppy seeds and taste them first, because old poppy seeds are bitter and the cake cannot hide it.
- Fold the egg whites into the mixture in three batches, because poppy seeds are heavy and easily knock the air out.
- Made with erythritol the cake is slightly drier, so the honey version is moister and has more character.
Frequently asked questions
Is there really no flour in it?
That's right, the cake is made up of nothing but poppy seeds, eggs and apple. If you are baking for someone with coeliac disease, check that the baking powder is gluten-free.
How long does it keep?
It stays good for 4 days in the fridge and tastes better the next day. A little icing sugar or a lemon glaze suits it if you want a more festive presentation.
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