Fruit and Nut Roll

Raisins, walnuts, pecans, almonds, and honey cozy up in a rich, buttery pastry roll. Great served with coffee and covered in berries and whipped cream. Plan a little ahead, as this must chill for a couple hours. Adapted from Chef2Chef.

• Ready In: 4 hrs 20 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 1 1⁄2 cups flour
• 1⁄2 cup butter
• 1⁄4 cup sugar
• 2  egg yolks
• 1⁄8 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄4 teaspoon cinnamon
• 3  tablespoons cold water
• 1⁄4 cup honey
• 1⁄4 cup raisins
• 1⁄3 cup  chopped  almonds
• 1⁄3 cup  chopped pecans
• 1⁄3 cup  chopped walnuts

Directions

1. In a medium bowl, cut the butter into the flour using a pastry cutter or 2 forks, stir in sugar.
2. Create a well in the center, add the egg yolks and stir to form a paste.
3. Stir in the salt, cinnamon and water and form into a ball.
4. Cover in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
5. On a floured work surface, roll out the refrigerated pastry into a rectangular shape about 1/4-inch thick.
6. Spread the honey on top, then sprinkle with raisins, almonds, pecans and walnuts.
7. Beginning at the long end, carefully roll up the pastry; shape the log into a circular wreath to fit into a 6-cup round baking dish sprayed with nonstick spray.
8. Set the dish in the slow cooker, and cook on High for 3 or 4 hours, or until golden brown. Carefully lift out baking dish and serve hot or lukewarm. Enjoy!