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Coconut Kürtőskalács Recipe

Ingredients with Measurements:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup butter, melted
- 1/2 cup coconut milk
- 1/2 cup shredded coconut
- 1/2 cup raisins
- 1/2 cup chopped walnuts
- 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Special Equipment Needed:
- Kürtőskalács mold
- Pastry brush

Step-by-Step Instructions:
1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
2. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
3. In a separate bowl, mix together the melted butter, coconut milk, shredded coconut, raisins, walnuts, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
4. Add the wet ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix until just combined.
5. Grease the Kürtőskalács mold with butter or oil.
6. Place the dough in the mold and spread it evenly.
7. Brush the top of the dough with melted butter.
8. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown.
9. Allow to cool before serving.

Time:
Preparation Time: 10 minutes
Cooking Time: 25-30 minutes
Serving Size: 8-10

Nutritional Information:
Calories: 250
Fat: 15 g
Carbohydrates: 25 g
Protein: 5 g

Substitutions for Ingredients
- Coconut milk can be substituted with any other type of milk.
- Raisins can be substituted with dried cranberries or chopped dates.
- Walnuts can be substituted with pecans or almonds.

Variations:
- For a sweeter version, add 1/4 cup of honey or maple syrup to the dough.
- For a savory version, omit the raisins, walnuts, cinnamon, and nutmeg and add 1/4 cup of grated cheese and 1/4 teaspoon of garlic powder to the dough.

Tips and Tricks:
- Make sure to spread the dough evenly in the mold to ensure even baking.
- For a crispier texture, brush the top of the dough with melted butter before baking.

Storage Instructions:
Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 5 days.

Reheating Instructions:
Reheat in the oven at 350°F for 5-10 minutes.

Presentation Ideas:
Serve with a dollop of whipped cream or a scoop of ice cream.

Garnishes:
Sprinkle with powdered sugar or shredded coconut.

Pairings:
Pair with a cup of coffee or tea.

Suggested Side Dishes:
Serve with a side of fresh fruit or a salad.

Troubleshooting Advice:
If the Kürtőskalács is not baking evenly, rotate the mold halfway through baking.

Food Safety Advice:
Keep the Kürtőskalács covered when not serving to avoid contamination.

Food History:
Kürtőskalács is a traditional Hungarian pastry that dates back to the 16th century.

Flavor Profiles:
This Kürtőskalács has a sweet and nutty flavor with hints of coconut and cinnamon.

Serving Suggestions:
Serve as a dessert or as a snack.

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Region: Hungarian

Taste: Sweet, Nutty, Buttery, Coconutty