Hungarian Cheese-Filled Coffee Cake

May 08, 2023May 8, 20230 1
Indulge in the Rich and Creamy Hungarian Cheese-Filled Coffee Cake
in Dessert

Prep

60 min

Cook

45 min

Ready In

105 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

2 packages yeast
1/2 cup warm water
1 cup butter
5 cups flour
1 1/4 cups sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
6 egg yolks
1 cup sour cream
1 package cream cheese
2 whole eggs
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 jar apricot jam
powdered sugar

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
10-12
Calories
407
Sugar
33g
Fat
23g
The Hungarian Cheese-Filled Coffee Cake, also known as Hungarian Tea Cake or Kürtős Kalács, is a popular pastry in Hungary. The dough is made using yeast, giving it a fluffy and light texture. The rich and creamy cheese filling is made with cream cheese, eggs, and sugar, and is flavored with vanilla extract. The addition of apricot jam adds a sweet and fruity twist to the filling. This pastry is traditionally served with coffee or tea, but can be enjoyed at any time of day for a sweet and indulgent treat.

Instructions

1.In a large bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water and let stand for 5 minutes.
2.Add 1/2 cup butter, flour, 1/4 cup sugar, salt, egg yolks, and sour cream to the yeast mixture and mix well.
3.Cover and let rise in a warm place until doubled, approximately 1 hour.
4.In a separate bowl, beat the cream cheese, 1 cup sugar, 1/2 cup butter, eggs, and vanilla until smooth.
5.Roll out the dough and place it in a greased 10-inch tube pan, spreading half of the cheese mixture over the dough.
6.Top with spoonfuls of apricot jam and spread with the remaining cheese mixture.
7.Let rise until doubled, approximately 30 minutes.
8.Bake at 350°F for 45-50 minutes or until golden brown.
9.Dust with powdered sugar before serving.

PROS

This indulgent pastry is rich and creamy, perfect for satisfying your sweet tooth.

Apricot jam adds a fruity twist to the cream cheese filling, complementing the buttery dough perfectly.

CONS

This pastry is high in calories and fat, making it a treat that should be enjoyed in moderation.

The long preparation time may also be a challenge for some.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While this pastry is not particularly healthy, it can be enjoyed as an occasional treat in moderation.
The cream cheese filling provides a source of protein and calcium, which may support bone health.

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