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

Method

  • In a medium bowl, cut the butter into the flour using a pastry cutter or 2 forks, stir in sugar.
  • Create a well in the center, add the egg yolks and stir to form a paste.
  • Stir in the salt, cinnamon and water and form into a ball.
  • Cover in plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
  • On a floured work surface, roll out the refrigerated pastry into a rectangular shape about 1/4-inch thick.
  • Spread the honey on top, then sprinkle with raisins, almonds, pecans and walnuts.
  • 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.
  • 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!