Kalacs (Hungarian Sweet Bread) Recipe

Name: Kalacs (Hungarian Sweet Bread)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup warm milk; 2 teaspoons yeast; 1 cup flour; 1 teaspoon sugar; 10 cups flour; 4 eggs; 1/4 cup butter; 1/2 cup sour cream; 2 teaspoons salt; 1/4 cup sugar; 3 1/2 cups milk; beaten egg

Servings: persons

1 cup warm milk
2 teaspoons yeast
1 cup flour
1 teaspoon sugar
10 cups flour
4 eggs
1/4 cup butter
1/2 cup sour cream
2 teaspoons salt
1/4 cup sugar
3 1/2 cups milk
beaten egg

1
Make a sponge dough from the 1 cup warm milk, 2 teaspoons dry yeast, 1 cup flour and 1 teaspoon sugar.
2
Work together with hands and let rise.
3
Mix in other ingredients and work until dough separates from hands and board.
4
Let dough rise again until double its size.
5
Place in two greased pans; brush top with beaten egg.
6
Place in a 350 degree Fahrenheit oven for 1 hour and 15 minutes.
7
After removing from oven, cover with damp towel and dry towel until cool. This will make a soft crust.

1725

kcal

Calories

Fat

281

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup warm milk, 2 teaspoons yeast, 1 cup flour, 1 teaspoon sugar, and more.

Yes, Kalacs (Hungarian Sweet Bread) falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

Kalacs (Hungarian Sweet Bread)

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