Today, you’ll be hypnotized with these mouthwatering 3 Delicious desserts from Slovenia. We prepared three recipes of the most iconic Slovenian treats: Kremšnita, Potica, and Prekmurska Gibanica so you can make them at home and show off.

These incredible recipes have been cherished by generations and hold a special place in Slovenian hearts. So, get ready to see the secrets of these 3 sweet delights with full recipes. 

Kremšnita: The Creamy Dream

Let’s start salivating with another Slovenian dessert which is Kremšnita, Slovenia’s beloved cream cake. This iconic dessert consists of layers of puff pastry, a delectable vanilla custard filling, and a generous amount of whipped cream. It’s a creamy delight that will surprise your dinner guests. Now, let’s get our hands on the recipe and discover the secrets of creating this culinary masterpiece.

Kremšnita Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 package of puff pastry sheets
• 4 cups milk
• 1 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 4 egg yolks
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 1 cup heavy cream
• Powdered sugar for dusting

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Roll out the puff pastry sheets and place them on a baking sheet. Bake for about 15 minutes or until golden brown. Set aside to cool.
3. In a saucepan, heat the milk over medium heat until it starts to steam.
4. In a separate bowl, whisk together the sugar, flour, and egg yolks until well combined.
5. Slowly pour the hot milk into the egg mixture, whisking continuously.
6. Return the mixture to the saucepan and cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until it thickens and comes to a boil.
7. Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Let the custard cool completely.
8. In a separate bowl, whip the heavy cream until stiff peaks form.
9. Cut the cooled puff pastry sheets in half lengthwise.
10. Place one layer of puff pastry on a serving plate and spread a generous amount of custard on top.
11. Repeat with another layer of puff pastry and custard.
12. Finally, top with the whipped cream.
13. Dust with powdered sugar and refrigerate for a few hours before serving.
14. Slice and enjoy the creamy nature of Kremšnita.

Potica: The Swirling Delight

Next, we have Potica, a rolled pastry that is a true symbol of Slovenian culinary heritage. This treat features a thin, yeast-based dough filled with a variety of delicious fillings, such as walnuts, poppy seeds, or even cottage cheese.

Potica Recipe

Ingredients:

• For the dough:
• 4 cups all-purpose flour
• 1 cup warm milk
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1/4 cup granulated sugar
• 2 teaspoons active dry yeast
• 3 egg yolks
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Pinch of salt
• For the filling (Walnut):
• 2 cups ground walnuts
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 cup milk
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted

Instructions:

1. Dissolve the yeast in warm milk and let it sit for 5 minutes until frothy.
2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, melted butter, egg yolks, vanilla extract, and salt. Pour in the yeast mixture and mix until a dough forms.
3. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth and elastic.
4. Place the dough back in the bowl, cover with a kitchen towel, and let it rise in a warm place for 1-2 hours until doubled in size.
5. In the meantime, prepare the walnut filling by combining the ground walnuts, sugar, milk, cinnamon, and melted butter in a bowl. Mix well.
6. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
7. Roll out the dough on a floured surface into a rectangle.
8. Spread the walnut filling evenly over the dough, leaving a small border around the edges.
9. Carefully roll up the dough from one of the longer sides, forming a log.
10. Place the rolled dough in a greased round baking pan, with the end tucked underneath.
11. Bake in the preheated oven for 45-55 minutes or until golden brown.
12. Allow it to cool before slicing and savoring the delicious swirls of Potica!

Prekmurska Gibanica: Another Layered Wonder

Lastly, we have Prekmurska Gibanica, a layered wonder from the Prekmurje region of Slovenia. This pastry is a harmonious combination of poppy seeds, cottage cheese, walnuts, and apples, all encased in flaky pastry layers. This one is heavenly and one of our favourite from this list.

Prekmurska Gibanica Recipe

Ingredients:

• For the dough:
• 4 sheets of filo pastry
• 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
• For the filling:
• 1 cup ground poppy seeds
• 1 cup cottage cheese
• 1 cup ground walnuts
• 1 cup grated apples
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
• For the topping:
• 2 tablespoons powdered sugar
• 1 tablespoon ground cinnamon

Instructions:

1. Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Brush a baking dish with melted butter.
3. Layer two sheets of filo pastry in the bottom of the dish, brushing each sheet with melted butter.
4. In a bowl, combine the poppy seeds, cottage cheese, ground walnuts, grated apples, sugar, cinnamon, and melted butter to make the filling. Mix well.
5. Spread half of the filling evenly over the filo pastry layers.
6. Layer two more sheets of filo pastry on top, brushing each sheet with melted butter.
7. Spread the remaining filling over the second layer of filo pastry.
8. Layer the last two sheets of filo pastry on top, brushing each sheet with melted butter.
9. Brush the top layer with melted butter as well.
10. Bake in the preheated oven for about 45-55 minutes or until golden brown.
11. Remove from the oven and let it cool.
12. Dust with powdered sugar and sprinkle with cinnamon before serving.
13. Slice and enjoy the layers of deliciousness in Prekmurska Gibanica.

So, put on your baking hat, gather your ingredients, and let the sweetness of Slovenia fill your kitchen. From creamy custards to nutty swirls and layered wonders, each dessert carries a story and tradition that connects us to the rich cultural heritage of Slovenia.

Enjoy the baking, invite some people over, and be ready to impress!