Honey-Infused Toasted Walnut Paste

1.Preheat your oven to 180°C. Spread the walnuts on a baking sheet and toast them for 8 to 10 minutes until fragrant and slightly darkened, being careful not to burn them. Let them cool completely before grinding.

2.Place the ground walnuts, sugar, and cinnamon into a medium mixing bowl and stir to combine.

3.In a small saucepan, bring the milk to a gentle simmer over medium heat. Once simmering, stir in the honey until fully dissolved.

4.Pour the hot honey-milk mixture over the walnut and sugar blend. Stir thoroughly until a thick, spreadable paste forms.

5.Add the vanilla extract and salt, mixing well. If the mixture appears too loose, stir in the breadcrumbs to achieve the desired consistency.

6.Allow the paste to cool to room temperature before using it as a filling for pastries like Beigli, or store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.