Chimney Cake: the Hungarian sweet treat recipe for making Kurtoskalacs

Chimney Cake (Kürtőskalács) Recipe
Kürtőskalács, or Chimney Cake, is a traditional Hungarian sweet treat known for its crispy exterior and soft, fluffy interior. Here’s a step-by-step recipe to make this delightful dessert at home.
Ingredients
500 g (4 cups) all-purpose flour
250 ml (1 cup) milk (lukewarm)
30 g (2 tbsp) fresh yeast or 10 g (1 tbsp) active dry yeast
2 large eggs
50 g (3.5 tbsp) melted butter
2 tbsp granulated sugar
Pinch of salt
Oil (for greasing)
Granulated sugar (for rolling)
1 tsp cinnamon (optional, for cinnamon sugar topping)
Equipment
Empty beer cans or wooden rolling pins
Parchment paper
Mixing bowl
Rolling pin
Instructions
Prepare the Yeast Mixture:
In a small bowl, combine the lukewarm milk with the sugar and yeast. Let it sit for about 10 minutes until it becomes frothy.
Make the Dough:
In a large mixing bowl, sift the flour and add a pinch of salt. Create a well in the center and add the yeast mixture, melted butter, and eggs.
Mix until a dough forms. Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 8-10 minutes until it is smooth and elastic.
First Rise:
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