Trdelník (Sweet Rolled Pastry)
A sweet, spiral-shaped pastry made from rolled dough, grilled, and coated in sugar and walnut mixture. It's a popular street food.
🧂 Ingredients
- 500 g All-purpose flour
- 250 ml Milk(lukewarm)
- 100 g Granulated sugar
- 7 g Yeast(dry active yeast)
- 2 large Egg yolks
- 50 g Butter(melted)
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1 tsp Vanilla extract
- For coating:(100g granulated sugar, 100g ground walnuts, 50g melted butter)
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl, combine lukewarm milk, 1 tsp of sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.
- 2
In a large bowl, whisk together flour, remaining sugar, salt, and vanilla extract. Make a well in the center.
- 3
Pour the yeast mixture, egg yolks, and melted butter into the well. Mix until a shaggy dough forms.
- 4
Turn the dough out onto a lightly floured surface and knead for 8-10 minutes until smooth and elastic. Place in a greased bowl, cover, and let rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until doubled in size.
- 5
Punch down the dough and divide it into 8 equal portions. Roll each portion into a long rope, about 1 cm thick.
- 6
Wrap each rope around a trdelník mold (or a greased wooden dowel/metal pipe), spiraling it from bottom to top, overlapping slightly. Ensure the dough is evenly distributed.
- 7
In a shallow dish, mix the granulated sugar and ground walnuts for the coating. Brush the dough-wrapped molds with melted butter.
- 8
Roll the buttered dough in the sugar-walnut mixture, pressing gently to coat evenly. Place the molds on a baking sheet.
- 9
Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for 12-15 minutes, or until golden brown. Alternatively, grill over medium heat, turning frequently, until golden brown and cooked through.
- 10
Carefully remove the trdelník from the molds while still warm. Serve immediately.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Using a trdelník mold or a suitable substitute is crucial for the characteristic shape.
- ✓Ensure the dough is well-kneaded for a light and airy texture.
- ✓Don't overbake, as the pastry can become dry.
- ✓The coating can be customized with cinnamon or other spices.
🔄 Variations
- Fill the baked trdelník with ice cream or whipped cream.
- Use a mix of nuts like almonds or pecans for the coating.
- Add a touch of cinnamon to the dough for added flavor.