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Zesty Hungarian Chimney Cake with Vanilla Sugar

Delight in the aroma of freshly baked chimney cake with a hint of zest and a sweet vanilla finish.

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·By Troy·
Zesty Hungarian Chimney Cake with Vanilla Sugar
Prep
1 h 15 min
Cook
3 h 45 min
Difficulty
Intermediate
Serves
6

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Preparing the Dough

  1. 1

    Dissolve Yeast

    In a small bowl, dissolve yeast in warm milk and let it stand until frothy, about 10 minutes.

  2. 2

    Mix Ingredients

    In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, and salt. Add egg yolks, lemon zest, and the yeast mixture.

  3. 3

    Knead and Rise

    Knead until a smooth dough forms, then cover and let it rise for 2 hours, or until doubled in size.

    Tip: Ensure the dough is smooth and elastic before setting it to rise.

Preparing the Vanilla Sugar

  1. 1

    Combine Ingredients

    Combine sugar, vanilla extract, and orange zest in a medium bowl.

  2. 2

    Mix Well

    Mix well until the vanilla is evenly distributed.

How to Make Zesty Hungarian Chimney Cake with Vanilla Sugar

Total time: 5 h · Yields 6 servings

  1. 1

    Roll Out the Dough

    Roll the dough into a long, thin rectangle, about 1/4 inch thick.

  2. 2

    Cut Strips

    Cut dough into 2-inch-wide strips.

  3. 3

    Wrap and Bake

    Wrap strips around the prepared spit; sprinkle with vanilla sugar. Bake at 375°F (190°C) for 20 minutes, rotating for even browning.

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