Hungarian Kifli II

Jun 06, 2023June 6, 20230 2
Delicious Hungarian Kifli II - flaky pastry filled with sweet ground walnuts and cream cheese
in Pastry

Prep

75 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

95 min

Level

Difficult

Rating

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Ingredients

9 ounces cream cheese
1 cup butter
3 egg yolks
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
2 1/2 cups all-purpose flour
1 pinch salt
1/2 teaspoon baking powder
3 egg whites
8 ounces ground walnuts
1 cup white sugar
1/3 cup confectioners ' sugar for decoration

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
32
Calories
167
Sugar
9g
Fat
12g
The Hungarian Kifli II is a traditional pastry from Hungary that is often served during the holiday season. It features a flaky cream cheese pastry filled with sweet ground walnuts, making it a perfect dessert or treat. This pastry is also known as a 'crescent roll' due to its shape. The dough is made from a mixture of cream cheese and butter, which makes it flaky and tender. This recipe is a variation of the classic Hungarian Kifli recipe, which is typically made with a yeast-based dough. With its sweet and nutty filling, the Hungarian Kifli II is sure to be a hit with your friends and family!

Instructions

1.In a large bowl, beat together the cream cheese and butter until smooth.
2.Add in the egg yolks and vanilla extract, and beat until well combined.
3.In a separate bowl, whisk together the flour, salt, and baking powder.
4.Slowly add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients, stirring until just combined to form a dough.
5.Divide the dough into 4 equal parts, wrap each in plastic wrap, and chill for 1 hour.
6.Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C) and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper.
7.Roll out each ball of dough into a 9-inch (23 cm) circle, and cut into 8 wedges.
8.In a separate bowl, beat the egg whites until stiff peaks form.
9.Spread the ground walnut mixture over each pastry wedge, leaving a small border around the edges.
10.Roll each wedge up from the wide end to the narrow end, and place on the prepared baking sheet.
11.Brush each pastry with the beaten egg whites.
12.Bake for 18-20 minutes, or until golden brown.
13.Cool on a wire rack for 10 minutes before dusting with confectioners' sugar and serving.

PROS

The Hungarian Kifli II features a sweet and nutty filling wrapped in a flaky cream cheese pastry.

It is perfect for sharing with friends and family during any occasion.

CONS

This pastry is high in calories and should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

The preparation process can be time-consuming, as the dough needs to be chilled for at least 1 hour before rolling out.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While the Hungarian Kifli II is not particularly healthy, it can be enjoyed as an occasional treat in moderation.
The walnuts in this recipe are a good source of healthy fats, protein, and fiber.

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