HUNGARIAN GOLDEN PULL-APART CAKE WITH WALNUTS AND APRICOT JAM (ARANYGALUSKA)

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Hungarian Golden Pull-Apart Cake with Walnuts and Apricot Jam (Aranygaluska) image

Aranygaluska, also called golden dumpling cake, butter puffs, and monkey bread, has been extolled by Jewish immigrants from Hungary for years.

Provided by Joan Nathan

Categories     Dessert     Cake     Hungary     Walnut     Jam or Jelly     Bread

Yield 8-10 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 tablespoon active dry yeast
1 cup (235 ml) warm milk
1/2 cup (100 grams) sugar, plus 2 tablespoons
4 large eggs
Zest of 1 orange
1 teaspoon vanilla
1 cup plus 4 tablespoons (2 1/2 sticks/282 grams) unsalted butter, at room temperature, divided
4 1/2 cups (600 grams) unbleached all-purpose flour (about)
1 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 cups (180 grams) ground walnuts
6 tablespoons (83 grams) brown sugar
3/4 teaspoon cinnamon
3 tablespoons cake or butter cookie crumbs
3/4 cup (150 grams) apricot or plum jam

Steps:

  • Dissolve the yeast in the warm milk in the bowl of a standing mixer equipped with a paddle attachment. Add 1/4 cup of the sugar, the eggs, orange zest, vanilla, and 1 stick of butter. Gradually add the flour and salt, beating until mixed. Cover the bowl and leave for an hour, or until the dough has about doubled in size.
  • Preheat the oven to 350°F and butter a 10-inch round pan with some of the second stick of butter.
  • Melt what is left of the second stick of butter plus the remaining half stick and put it in a small bowl. In a separate bowl, mix the walnuts, brown sugar, remaining white sugar, cinnamon, and the cake or cookie crumbs.
  • Roll the dough into a 1/2-inch-thick circle. Using a 1-inch cookie or biscuit cutter, cut circles of dough. Dip the circles first in the butter, then in the nut mixture and set in the pan, almost touching each other. After a layer is completed, spoon on dollops of jam. Make a second layer, filling in the holes with dough, then jam, continuing and rerolling until the dough is used up, ending with the walnut topping but not the jam. Bake in the oven for 35 to 40 minutes, or until golden brown and set. Leave in the pan for a few minutes, then turn onto a plate and serve warm. You can either cut the cake or pull the sections apart. Serve for a sweet breakfast treat, or as a dessert, served with good vanilla or rum raisin ice cream.

Carol Nassolo
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I can't wait to try this recipe! It looks so delicious.


Charity Ross
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This cake is a bit time-consuming to make, but it's definitely worth it. The end result is a delicious and impressive dessert.


Duke Evans
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I'm going to try making this cake again soon. I think I might try adding some chopped nuts or dried fruit to the batter.


kenny photography
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I'm not sure what went wrong, but my cake didn't turn out as fluffy as I expected. It was still tasty, but it was a bit dense.


It's Zaid
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This cake is perfect for a special occasion or a weekend treat. It's sure to impress your friends and family.


Amahle Olwabafokazane
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I think this cake would be even better if it was served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.


Siphumelele Hlatshwayo
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I'm not a huge fan of walnuts, but they really add a nice crunch to this cake. I would definitely recommend using them.


Kgomotso Moemise
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This cake is a great way to use up leftover apricot jam. It's also a very forgiving recipe, so it's perfect for beginner bakers.


Zainab Lawal aminu
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Overall, I thought this cake was pretty good. It was easy to make and the flavor was good. I would definitely make it again.


Julius Promise
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This cake was a bit dry, but the flavor was good. I think I might try adding some more liquid to the batter next time.


Mani Mehar
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I had some trouble getting the cake to rise properly, but the flavor was still good. I think I might have overmixed the batter.


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This cake was a bit too sweet for my taste, but it was still enjoyable. The texture was great and the flavors were good. I think I would try it again with less sugar next time.


Sima Begum
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I wasn't sure what to expect with this recipe, but I was pleasantly surprised! The cake was easy to make and it turned out beautifully. The flavors were well-balanced and the cake was moist and fluffy. I will definitely be making this again.


Boufaden Ahmed
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This cake is absolutely delicious! The apricot jam and walnuts give it a unique and flavorful twist. I will definitely be making this again.


Syedwafa Desent munda
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I've made this cake several times now and it's always a hit! It's so easy to make and it always comes out perfect. The flavors are amazing and the cake is so moist and fluffy.


Tanbir Ahmed
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This Hungarian Golden Pull-Apart Cake is a delightful treat! The combination of walnuts, apricot jam, and a sweet custard filling is simply divine. I followed the recipe exactly and it turned out perfectly. The cake was moist and fluffy, and the cust