Makový Závin 500g - Czech Poppy Seed Roll

Makový Závin is a traditional Czech poppy seed roll with a generous, fragrant filling of ground poppy seeds, plum and sweet spices in tender golden pastry.

What Is Makový Závin?

Makový Závin is a much-loved Czech rolled pastry, known for its rich poppy seed centre and neat spiral slices. “Makový” means poppy seed and “závin” means roll or strudel, making the name a simple description of this comforting Central European cake.

In Czech homes, a poppy seed roll is as welcome with Sunday coffee as it is on a Christmas table. Its soft yeast pastry, deep nutty filling, sweet dried plum, lemon peel and gentle cinnamon make it an easy cake to bring out whenever friends call in, whether for a family celebration, afternoon tea or a relaxed weekend breakfast.

How to Serve Makový Závin

Makový Závin is wonderfully versatile: elegant enough for a dessert plate, but comforting enough to enjoy as a generous slice with your first coffee of the day. Its dark filling looks particularly striking against the light golden pastry.

• Serve with coffee or tea for a Czech-style Sunday afternoon treat.
• Add a spoonful of plum compote, a few fresh berries and a little whipped cream for an easy plated dessert.
• Warm briefly and serve with vanilla ice cream for a comforting finish to a family meal.
• Slice for a brunch spread with fresh fruit, yoghurt and a pot of coffee, or bring it to a gathering ready to share.

For a Czech Christmas table, pair Makový Závin with our salonky Christmas chocolates, colourful wrapped sweets to share on Christmas Eve or hang among the tree decorations. A poppy seed roll and a chocolate selection also make a thoughtful festive gift for Czech friends and family.

Serving Tip

For the best texture, let the roll stand at room temperature before serving. Cut with a serrated knife in a gentle sawing motion to keep the pastry light and the rich poppy seed spiral beautifully defined.

Where Does It Come From?

Our Makový Závin is hand-baked by Nándori Cukrászda, a family-run Budapest patisserie on Ráday Street. Founded in 1957 and led by László Nándori since 1988, the patisserie brings traditional craftsmanship to a broad range of Central European cakes and pastries.

Skilled confectioners make each roll by spreading soft yeast dough with a generous mixture of freshly ground poppy seeds, dried plum, lemon peel and cinnamon. The pastry is carefully rolled and baked to create its glossy crust, tender crumb and deeply aromatic filling.

Explore more cakes and pastries from across the continent in our European cakes collection.

Delivery & Storage

Each Makový Závin has a best-before date of 30 days from the date of purchase, making it easy to order ahead for a celebration, a visit from friends or several leisurely coffee breaks. Its generous poppy seed filling, tender pastry and easy-to-share format also make it a thoughtful gift for anyone who enjoys Czech baking or a familiar Central European treat.

We send each roll in protective packaging to help it arrive ready to slice and serve.

Storage: Store in a cool, dry place. Refrigerate after opening.

Ingredients & Allergen Information

Ingredients: Wheat flour, ground poppy seed, lard, sugar, biscuit crumbs, egg yolk, water, vanillin sugar, lemon peel, cinnamon, ground dried plum, yeast, salt.

Allergy advice: For allergens, see ingredients in bold. May contain traces of milk, sesame, soy, sulphites and other tree nuts.

Country of Origin: Hungary.