Cocnut Ring

Filling

In a pan, cook over low heat, stirring, the walnuts, cinnamon, and pumpkin

Cook for 20 minutes or until it's released from the bottom

Let cool and reserve

Milk Dough

1

In a bowl, crumble the yeast packet into warm milk

Add melted butter, eggs, and mashed pumpkin, stirring to combine

Mix in flour, salt, and lemon zest

Form a ball, wrap with plastic wrap, and let rest for 1 hour

2

Roll out the dough on a floured surface to a length of 43 cm (17 inches) by 30 cm (12 inches) in width

Spread the filling over the dough and sprinkle with shredded coconut

3

Roll the dough tightly, forming a firm ring

With a large knife, cut the ring in half, longitudinally, and trim the edges

Bake in a hot oven

4

Grease a large baking dish with oil

Form a ring with the dough, place it in the dish, and bake for 50 minutes or until golden brown

Remove from oven and glaze with jelly.