How long can I store leftovers?

Store in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Can I make this ahead?

Yes, prepare the dough the night before, let it rise in the fridge, and bake fresh the next day.

Can I use a yeast substitute?

Active dry yeast is recommended for the best texture, but you can try instant yeast, reducing the rising time.

How can I reheat leftover kürtőskalács?

Warm them in a preheated oven at 300°F (150°C) for about 5 minutes.

Can I make this recipe vegan?

Substitute egg with a flax egg and butter with a plant-based alternative like coconut oil or vegan butter.

Sweet Hungarian Kürtőskalács with Cinnamon Sugar Dusting

Name: Sweet Hungarian Kürtőskalács with Cinnamon Sugar Dusting
Prep time: 2 h
Cook time: 2 h
Total time: 2 h
Yield: 6
Cuisine: Dessert
Ingredients: All-purpose flour; Active dry yeast; Granulated sugar; Whole milk, lukewarm; Unsalted butter, melted; Large eggs, beaten; Salt; Granulated sugar; Ground cinnamon; Unsalted butter, melted; Honey

Traditional Hungarian Chimney Cake

Delight your senses with this classic Hungarian chimney cake, a sweet and crunchy pastry spiraled with cinnamon sugar.

2 h 45 min
6
Intermediate

Ingredients

For the Dough

All-purpose flour

3 cups

Active dry yeast

1 packet (7g)

Granulated sugar

1/2 cup

Whole milk, lukewarm

3/4 cup

Unsalted butter, melted

1/4 cup

Large eggs, beaten

Salt

1/2 tsp

For the Cinnamon Sugar Coating

Granulated sugar

1 cup

Ground cinnamon

2 tsp

For the Glaze

Unsalted butter, melted

1/4 cup

Honey

1/4 cup

Preparation

Marinating the Dough

Activate the Yeast

Combine the yeast, 1 tablespoon of sugar, and lukewarm milk. Let it sit for 10 minutes until frothy.

Mix Ingredients

In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, salt, butter, eggs, and the yeast mixture.

Knead and Rise

Knead the dough until smooth and elastic, about 10 minutes. Cover and let rise in a warm place for 1 hour or until doubled in size.

Allow the dough to rise until it doubles in size for best results.

Preparing the Coating

Mix Cinnamon Sugar

Mix the sugar and cinnamon in a shallow dish.

Prepare Cylinders

Prepare cylinders with non-stick parchment paper or foil to shape the cakes.

Cooking Process

Shape the Dough

Roll out the dough into a rectangle, then cut into long strips.

Roll Dough Around Cylinders

Wrap each strip around the prepared cylinders, overlapping lightly.

Bake the Cakes

Preheat the oven to 350°F (175°C) and bake wrapped dough for 20 minutes or until golden brown.

Plating & Serving