The Dutch Recipe
Make The Dutch Recipe in just 3h . Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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Dough
Filling
Topping
Method
Dough Preparation
- 1
Activate Yeast
In a small bowl, combine warm water, sugar, and yeast. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until frothy.
- 2
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together flour and salt.
- 3
- 4
Make the Dough
Pour the wet mixture into the dry ingredients and mix until a dough forms. Knead on a floured surface for about 5-7 minutes until smooth.
- 5
Let the Dough Rise
Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a damp cloth, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour or until doubled in size.
Filling and Shaping
- 6
Prepare the Filling
In a small bowl, mix together cinnamon, brown sugar, and chopped nuts.
- 7
Roll Out Dough
Once the dough has risen, punch it down and roll it out on a floured surface into a rectangle about 1/4 inch thick.
- 8
Add Filling
Sprinkle the cinnamon filling evenly over the rolled dough.
- 9
Shape the Dutch
Starting from one long edge, roll the dough tightly into a log. Cut into equal pieces (about 1-2 inches thick).
Baking
- 10
Preheat Oven
Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).
- 11
Arrange the Dough Pieces
Place the dough pieces cut side up in a greased baking dish, allowing some space between each piece.
- 12
Let Rise Again
Cover the dish with a cloth and let it rise for another 30 minutes.
- 13
Bake
Bake in the preheated oven for 25-30 minutes until golden brown.
Topping
- 14
Make the Glaze
In a small bowl, whisk together powdered sugar and milk until smooth.
- 15
Glaze the Dutch
Once baked, drizzle the glaze over the warm Dutch. Allow to cool slightly before serving.