ReceptnaptárCocoa swirl buns (kakaós csiga)
Cocoa rolls are a legend of Hungarian bakeries and school tuck shops, and for many people the taste of childhood. Soft yeast dough is filled with a buttery cocoa mixture, and thanks to the spiral, every bite is a little different. Homemade ones are far better than shop-bought, and although they take time, the smell of fresh baking is worth the effort.
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Ingredients
Method
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- Crumble the yeast into the lukewarm milk, add 1 tsp of sugar and leave covered for 10 minutes until frothy and bubbly.
- Mix the flour with the sugar and salt in a large bowl, then add the activated yeasty milk, the egg and the melted butter.
- Knead by hand or machine for about 8-10 minutes until you have a smooth, elastic, non-sticky dough.
- Cover the dough with a tea towel and leave in a warm place for about 40-50 minutes, until doubled in size.
- Roll the risen dough out on a floured surface into a rectangle of about 40x30 cm.
- Spread the soft butter evenly over the dough, then sprinkle with the sugar mixed with the cocoa.
- Roll the dough up tightly along the long side, then cut it into slices 2-3 cm thick with a sharp knife.
- Put the swirls on a tray lined with baking paper, flattening them slightly, 2-3 cm apart, and leave covered to rest for another 15-20 minutes.
- Bake in an oven preheated to 180 °C, top and bottom heat, for 18-20 minutes until the tops are nicely golden.
- Leave on a rack to cool until lukewarm before serving.
A Receptnaptár original recipe. Calories and protein are estimated.
Tips
- The milk should be lukewarm, not hot, because liquid that is too warm kills the yeast and the dough will not rise.
- Roll the dough up tightly and cut it into slices with a sharp knife or thread, so that the rolls do not get squashed.
- Use good-quality, unsweetened cocoa powder, because it gives the strong flavour. You can also drizzle them with syrup after baking.
Frequently asked questions
How long do they keep?
They stay soft for 2 days in a sealed container. A few seconds in the microwave brings back their freshness.
Can they be frozen?
Yes, cooled after baking, they keep for 2 months. Thaw them at room temperature and warm them through briefly.
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