Chimney Cake Delight (Kürtőskalács Öröm)

Kürtőskalács Öröm, also known as Chimney Cake Delight, is a traditional Hungarian sweet treat that is loved by many. This delicious pastry is made by wrapping sweet dough around a wooden cylinder and roasting it over an open flame until golden brown. The result is a crispy, caramelized exterior with a soft and fluffy inside, coated in a variety of toppings such as cinnamon sugar, chopped nuts, or shredded coconut.

Chimney Cake Delight (Kürtőskalács Öröm)

Ingredients

  • 500g all-purpose flour
  • 250ml warm milk
  • 7g active dry yeast
  • 50g granulated sugar
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 50g unsalted butter, melted
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 100g granulated sugar (for coating)

Instructions

  1. In a small bowl, dissolve the yeast in the warm milk and let it sit for 5 minutes.
  2. In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and salt. Add the yeast mixture, melted butter, and vanilla extract. Mix until a dough forms.
  3. Cover the bowl with a clean kitchen towel and let the dough rise in a warm place for 1 hour.
  4. Divide the dough into 6 equal parts and roll each into a long rope. Wrap the dough around wooden cylinders, pressing gently to seal the ends.
  5. Roll the dough in granulated sugar and place it on a stovetop grill, rotating it frequently until golden brown and crispy.
  6. Remove the Kürtőskalács Öröm from the cylinder and roll it in your choice of toppings such as cinnamon sugar, chopped nuts, or shredded coconut.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
10 minutes
Total time:
30 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
250 per serving
Carbohydrates
35g
Fat
10g
Protein
5g

Supplies

Wooden cylinders Stovetop grill

Tools

Mixing bowl Rolling pin Basting brush

Serving suggestions

Serve Kürtőskalács Öröm warm with a cup of coffee or hot chocolate for a delightful dessert experience.

Tips & tricks

For a fun twist, try experimenting with different toppings such as crushed Oreos, rainbow sprinkles, or drizzled chocolate.

Cost

$10