Mazurek

Mazurek is a traditional Polish flat cake made in many homes for Easter. Many different toppings are possible.

Ingredients

• 2 1/2 cups flour
• 1/4 cup powdered sugar
• 200g (7 oz) butter
• 1 tablespoon 18% sour cream
• 2 egg yolks
• topping: for example orange jam from 4 oranges
• optional additional toppings/decorations:
  • walnuts
  • pecans
  • raisins
  • sliced almonds

Directions

1. Put flour and butter in a bowl.
2. Cut the butter with a sharp knife into tiny pieces, mixing with the flour.
3. Add egg yolks, sugar, sour cream, and a pinch of salt.
4. Knead well and form into a ball. Wrap in plastic wrap and let chill in fridge for about an hour.
5. Roll out flat and place in large baking sheet (this should be enough for a 25x35cm/10x14in sheet) on top of parchment paper.
6. Make little holes with fork in the dough.
7. Bake for 15-20 minutes in 200°C (395°F).
8. Let cool before spreading topping.
9. Decorate with nuts or other toppings.