Jam-Filled Chimney Cake
Chimney cake is one of the best-known Hungarian desserts, originating from Transylvania. We've enhanced the traditional version with a juicy jam filling, making this popular pastry richer and more flavorful. Sprinkling it with toasted walnuts makes the dessert even more exciting, adding a crunchy texture to the soft dough and sweet jam. This recipe is an ideal choice for an afternoon coffee or a special occasion.
Ingredients for this recipe
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Preparation Steps
1
Activate the yeast in a little lukewarm milk with a teaspoon of sugar. This will take about 5-10 minutes.
2
In a large bowl, combine the flour, sugar, salt, and cinnamon. Add the egg, melted butter, and the activated yeast mixture.
3
Gradually add the remaining lukewarm milk and start kneading. When the dough is elastic and smooth, cover it with a kitchen towel and let it rise for 45 minutes.
4
Roll out the risen dough to a thickness of about 1/4 inch (0.5 cm), cut it into long strips, then wrap them around a chimney cake baking roll (or a paper towel roll covered in aluminum foil).
5
Lightly brush the wrapped dough with melted butter, then roll it in cinnamon sugar.
6
Bake in a preheated oven at 400°F (200°C) without convection for about 12-15 minutes, turning it several times until golden brown.
7
Let the chimney cake cool slightly, then generously fill the inside with your favorite fruit jam.
8
Sprinkle the top with toasted walnuts to add an extra crunchy texture to the sweet treat.
9
Serve immediately so that the jam remains juicy, and the flavors create a perfect harmony.
