Kugelhopf

The Kugelhopf, or Kougelhopf in Alsatian, is a sweetened bread, flavored with raisins and almonds, baked in a ring-shaped mold (like a bundt cake), and usually dusted with powdered sugar before serving.

We don't really know when and where it first appeared: Alsace, Austria, Poland... What is certain is that according to the legends, its unique shape would represent the turban of a Magi King. It is this shape that makes it possible to make very large brioches, the center of which is always well cooked thanks to the “chimney” in the center of the mould.

Today the Kouglof is one of the symbols of Alsace, and being Alsatian I will offer you a recipe for traditional Alsatian Kugelhopf! Here in a sweet version, but know that there is also a savory version with bacon and walnuts.