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Hungarian Nut Roll: A Traditional Sweet Delight

A classic Hungarian dessert featuring a soft yeastdough rolled with a sweet walnut filling, perfect for holidays or special occasions.
Prep Time 2 hours
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 2 hours 30 minutes
Course Dessert
Cuisine Hungarian-Inspired
Calories 380 kcal

Ingredients
  

Sweet Yeast Dough:

  • teaspoons Active Dry Yeast 1 envelope
  • ½ cup Milk warmed to 110-125℉
  • cup Granulated Sugar
  • ¾ teaspoon Salt
  • 1 cup Butter 2 sticks
  • cups Flour divided, save ½ cup for rolling out dough

Walnut Filling:

  • cups Granulated Sugar
  • ½ cup Butter 1 stick
  • ½ teaspoon Ground Cinnamon
  • ¼ teaspoon Salt
  • 1 large Egg beaten
  • 4 cups Walnuts finely chopped
  • 1 large Apple peeled, cored, and grated

Icing:

  • 2 cups Powdered Sugar
  • 3 tablespoons Milk

Instructions
 

  • Activate Yeast: Dissolve the active dry yeast in the warmed milk with a pinch of sugar. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
  • Mix Ingredients: In a large bowl, combine the remaining sugar, salt, and butter. Add the yeast mixture and gradually mix in 6 cups of flour to form a soft dough. Use the remaining ½ cup of flour for rolling.
  • Knead and Rest: Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth. Cover and let it rise in a warm place for 1-2 hours until doubled in size.
  • Combine Ingredients: In a medium saucepan, melt the butter and stir in the sugar, cinnamon, and salt until dissolved. Remove from heat, then mix in the beaten egg, walnuts, and grated apple. Let the filling cool to room temperature.
  • Roll Out Dough: Divide the dough into 4 equal parts. Roll each piece into a rectangle approximately ¼-inch thick on a floured surface.
  • Spread the Filling: Evenly spread the walnut filling over each rectangle, leaving a ½-inch border. Roll the dough tightly from one end to form a log, sealing the edges.
  • Bake: Place the rolls on a greased baking sheet or parchment paper, seam side down. Let them rise for 30 minutes. Bake in a preheated oven at 350℉ (175℃) for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown. Allow to cool completely.
  • Make the Icing: In a bowl, whisk together the powdered sugar and milk until smooth. Drizzle the icing over the cooled rolls for a glossy finish.

Nutrition

Calories: 380kcal
Keyword Hungarian nut roll
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