In a small bowl, dissolve the yeast in lukewarm milk with a teaspoon of sugar. Let it sit for 10 minutes until foamy.
In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, and salt. Add the eggs, melted butter, and yeast mixture. Knead into a smooth, elastic dough.
Cover the dough and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
Roll out the dough into a rectangle about ½ cm thick, then cut it into long strips.
Wrap the strips around greased chimney cake molds or wooden rolling pins, slightly overlapping the dough.
Brush with melted butter and roll in sugar.
Bake over charcoal or in a preheated oven at 200°C (390°F), turning occasionally, until golden brown and caramelized.
While still warm, roll the cakes in your favorite topping such as cinnamon sugar, walnuts, or coconut.
🌿 Tips for Perfect Kürtőskalács
✨ The secret is turning the dough while baking so it cooks evenly. ✨ Brush with butter during baking for extra shine and crispiness. ✨ Best enjoyed warm and fresh!
❤️ Why You’ll Love It
✔️ Crispy caramelized sugar coating ✔️ Soft and fluffy inside ✔️ Famous Hungarian street food favorite ✔️ Perfect with coffee, tea, or hot chocolate
