Makowiec is a tender rolled yeast cake spiralled with a rich, fragrant poppy seed filling sweetened with honey and dotted with raisins. This small-batch version bakes into a glossy, delicate loaf with a soft crumb and a deep nutty aroma under a bright lemon icing.

This small-batch Babka Wielkanocna is soft, buttery, and delicately scented with lemon, with sweet raisins scattered through its tender crumb. Baked until golden and finished with a light lemon glaze, it has the classic festive character of Polish Easter baking in a manageable size for two.