How to Make Wainachsrollen - A Step-by-Step Guide

Wainachsrollen, also known as Austrian nut rolls, are a delicious and traditional pastry that is popular in Austria and other parts of Europe. This sweet treat is perfect for a special breakfast, brunch, or afternoon tea. The rich and buttery dough, paired with the sweet and nutty filling, makes for a delectable pastry that is sure to impress your friends and family.

Wainachsrollen are typically made with a yeast dough, which gives them a light and airy texture. The dough is rolled ou...

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Ingredients

  • 1 cup butter, melted
  • 1 cup lard, melted
  • 1 cup white sugar
  • 1 cup packed brown sugar
  • 3 egg
  • 4 ½ cups all-purpose flour
  • 2 teaspoons baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
  • 8 ounces chopped almonds

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 8 mins
  • Additional Time: 8 hrs 5 mins
  • Total Time: 8 hrs 33 mins
  • Servings: 24
  • Yield: 4 dozen

  • In a large bowl, stir together the melted butter, melted lard, white sugar, brown sugar, and eggs. Mix until well blended. Stir in the flour, baking soda, salt, cinnamon, and almonds. Shape the dough into two logs about 2 1/2 inches in diameter; wrap tightly in waxed paper and refrigerate 8 hours or overnight.
  • Preheat oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C). Remove the dough logs from the fridge and let them rest at room temperature for about 5 minutes.
  • Slice dough into slices about 1/4 inch thick. (The thinner you slice them, the crispier the cookies will be.) Bake in the preheated oven for 8 to 10 minutes until the edges begin to brown. Cool on wire racks.
  • Nutrition

    360 cal.

    • Total Fat: 22g
    • Saturated Fat: 9g
    • Cholesterol: 52mg
    • Sodium: 268mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 37g
    • Dietary Fiber: 2g
    • Total Sugars: 18g
    • Protein: 5g
    • Calcium: 41mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 117mg