Chaos Pretzel Pickle Swirl Cake (Druckversion)
Soft pretzel layers swirl with tangy pickles and cheese, baked golden for a bold, savory centerpiece.
# Zutaten:
→ Pretzel Dough
01 - 3 ½ cups all-purpose flour
02 - 1 packet (2 ¼ teaspoons) instant yeast
03 - 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
04 - 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
05 - 1 cup warm water
06 - 2 tablespoons unsalted butter, melted
→ Pickle Swirl
07 - 1 cup dill pickles, finely chopped
08 - 1 cup shredded Swiss or cheddar cheese
09 - 2 tablespoons cream cheese, softened
10 - 1 tablespoon fresh dill, chopped (optional)
11 - 1 teaspoon garlic powder
12 - ½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
→ Pretzel Wash
13 - ⅓ cup baking soda
14 - 5 cups water
→ Topping
15 - 1 egg, beaten
16 - 2 tablespoons coarse pretzel salt
17 - 1 tablespoon sesame seeds (optional)
# Anleitung:
01 - Combine all-purpose flour, instant yeast, granulated sugar, and sea salt in a large mixing bowl. Add warm water and melted butter, then mix until a soft, cohesive dough forms. Knead on a floured surface for 7 to 8 minutes until smooth and elastic. Transfer to a greased bowl, cover with plastic wrap, and let rise in a warm spot for 45 minutes or until doubled in size.
02 - Set oven to 375°F. Line a 9-inch springform pan with parchment paper to prevent sticking.
03 - Mix chopped dill pickles, shredded cheese, cream cheese, fresh dill, garlic powder, and ground black pepper in a medium bowl until evenly combined.
04 - Punch down the risen dough and roll it out on a lightly floured surface into a rectangle approximately 14 by 10 inches.
05 - Spread the pickle swirl filling evenly over the dough, leaving a half-inch border. Starting from one long side, roll the dough tightly into a log.
06 - Slice the log lengthwise with a sharp knife to expose layers. Twist the two pieces together, keeping the filling exposed, then coil the twist into a spiral and gently transfer to the prepared pan.
07 - Bring 5 cups of water to a boil in a saucepan, then carefully stir in baking soda until dissolved. Allow to cool slightly. Using a pastry brush, generously coat the surface of the dough spiral with the baking soda solution.
08 - Brush the dough spiral with beaten egg. Sprinkle pretzel salt and sesame seeds over the top as desired.
09 - Place in the oven and bake for 35 to 40 minutes until deeply golden brown and cooked through. Let cool in the pan for 10 minutes before slicing and serving.
# Additional Tips::
01 -
- Unusual fusion of pretzel and pickle flavors for a bold snack.
- Show-stopping savory centerpiece for brunches and parties.
02 -
- This cake contains wheat, milk, and egg: essential allergy info for guests.
- Pretzel wash gives the crust its signature color and flavor: do not skip this step.
03 -
- Add a tablespoon of whole grain mustard to the swirl for tang.
- Switch up the cheese to Gruyère or pepper jack for a flavor twist.