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🌍Authentic French recipe from a France-based creator — ingredients and steps translated below
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Kouglof

Cultural Context

Kouglof, originating from Alsace, France, is a traditional yeast cake often enjoyed during festive occasions. This delightful dessert is characterized by its distinctive bundt shape and rich flavor, thanks to the addition of almonds and raisins. It holds a special place in Alsatian culture, often served during family gatherings and celebrations. Today, variations of Kouglof can be found across Europe, each region adding its own twist to this beloved treat.

AlsatianFRAlsacedessert
150 min
medium
8 servings
Servings4
500g flour
1 pinch salt
125g sugar
1 sachet vanilla sugar
250ml lukewarm milk
150g soft butter
150g dried grapes
16g baker's yeast
5 eggs (4 yolks + 1 whole)
some almonds

butter

🥗Healthier: coconut oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Coconut oil provides a dairy-free option with a similar texture.

almonds

🥗Healthier: walnuts

💰Cheaper: sunflower seeds

Walnuts offer a similar crunch with different flavor.

raisins

🥗Healthier: dried cranberries

💰Cheaper: sultanas

Dried cranberries add a tangy flavor while sultanas are often less expensive.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: brown sugar

Honey can add moisture and a unique flavor.

1

Activate yeast in warm milk for 5-10 minutes until foamy.

2

Mix flour, sugar, and salt in a large bowl.

3

Add eggs and melted butter to the dry ingredients.

4

Stir in activated yeast mixture and mix until a dough forms.

5

Knead the dough on a floured surface for about 10 minutes until smooth.

6

Incorporate almonds and raisins into the dough.

7

Place dough in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise for 1-2 hours until doubled in size.

8

Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).

9

Shape the risen dough into a ball and place in a kouglof mold.

10

Let dough rise again for 30 minutes in the mold.

11

Bake for 40-50 minutes until golden and a toothpick comes out clean.

12

Cool in the mold for 10 minutes, then turn out onto a wire rack.

13

Dust with powdered sugar before serving.

Cooking Techniques

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Allergens

glutendairynuts

Also Known As

KugelhopfKougelhopf
Local Name: Kouglof

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