Hungarian Cheese Filled Coffee Cake
Indulge in the rich, comforting flavors of a traditional **Hungarian Cheese Filled Coffee Cake**, a delightful fusion of soft, pillowy yeast dough and a creamy, sweet cheese filling. This homemade coffee cake features a luscious blend of cream cheese and ricotta, lightly sweetened and infused with a hint of vanilla, creating the perfect filling that contrasts beautifully with the tender, buttery layers of dough. With its golden-brown crust brushed with melted butter and the option to add a dash of cinnamon for warmth, this cake is a showstopping centerpiece for breakfast, brunch, or dessert. Easy to make with a simple yeast dough and just 30 minutes of prep time, this coffee cake serves 8 and pairs wonderfully with a steaming cup of coffee or tea. Whether you're looking to wow at a gathering or treat yourself to a taste of European baking, this Hungarian classic will leave everyone asking for seconds.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 cups All-purpose flour
- 0.5 cups Granulated sugar
- 2.25 teaspoons Instant yeast
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.75 cups Whole milk
- 6 tablespoons Unsalted butter, softened
- 2 pieces Large eggs
- 8 ounces Cream cheese, softened
- 0.5 cups Ricotta cheese
- 0.5 cups Powdered sugar
- 2 teaspoons Vanilla extract
- 1 pieces Egg yolk
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground cinnamon (optional)
Instructions
In a large mixing bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, granulated sugar, instant yeast, and salt. Mix well.
In a small saucepan, warm the milk over low heat until lukewarm (about 100–110°F).
Add the warm milk, 4 tablespoons of softened butter, and eggs to the dry ingredients. Mix until a sticky dough forms.
Turn the dough onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 5–7 minutes until smooth and elastic. Alternatively, use a stand mixer with a dough hook.
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let it rise in a warm place for 1–1.5 hours, or until it doubles in size.
While the dough is rising, prepare the filling. In a medium bowl, beat together the cream cheese, ricotta cheese, powdered sugar, vanilla extract, and egg yolk until smooth and creamy. If desired, mix in ground cinnamon for extra flavor.
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and divide it in half. Roll out one half into a 10x8-inch rectangle and place it into a greased 9x13-inch baking dish.
Spread the cheese filling evenly over the dough layer in the baking dish.
Roll out the remaining dough into a 10x8-inch rectangle and place it over the cheese filling. Gently stretch to fit if needed.
Melt the remaining 2 tablespoons of butter and brush it over the top layer of dough.
Cover the dish loosely with plastic wrap and allow the cake to rise for another 30–40 minutes, or until puffy.
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
Bake the coffee cake for 25–30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown.
Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool for at least 15 minutes before slicing and serving. Optionally dust the top with powdered sugar before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
498 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 23.6 g | 30% | |
| Saturated Fat | 13.9 g | 69% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 134 mg | 45% | |
| Sodium | 257 mg | 11% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 59.5 g | 22% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 22.5 g | ||
| Protein | 11.5 g | 23% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.7 mcg | 4% | |
| Calcium | 105 mg | 8% | |
| Iron | 2.2 mg | 12% | |
| Potassium | 144 mg | 3% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
