🇭🇺 Hungarian Chimney Cakes (Kürtőskalács)

Kürtőskalács, known in English as Hungarian Chimney Cakes, are one of the most iconic pastries of Hungary. These sweet yeast dough cakes are wrapped around a cylinder, baked until golden, and coated in sugar that caramelizes into a crisp, shiny crust. Traditionally sold at fairs, Christmas markets, and street festivals, they are best enjoyed warm, fresh from the oven.

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🥮 Ingredients

For the Dough

• 500 g (4 cups) all-purpose flour
• 7 g (2¼ tsp) active dry yeast
• 250 ml (1 cup) warm milk
• 80 g (⅓ cup) granulated sugar
• 2 large eggs
• 80 g (⅓ cup) melted butter
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• ½ tsp salt

For Brushing

• 60 g (¼ cup) melted butter

For Coating

• 200 g (1 cup) granulated sugar

Optional Toppings

• Ground cinnamon
• Finely chopped walnuts
• Ground hazelnuts
• Cocoa powder
• Shredded coconut