Butterkuchen

Recipe View 10 mins Prepare the Yeast: In a small mixing bowl, dissolve yeast in warm water. Let stand until creamy and frothy, about 10 minutes. This step is crucial to ensure your dough rises properly.

Recipe View 5 mins Combine Wet Ingredients: In a saucepan, combine milk, 1/2 cup sugar (for dough), salt, and 1/2 cup melted butter. Heat over low heat until sugar dissolves and butter melts. Be careful not to scald the milk; aim for lukewarm. Remove from heat and let cool slightly before adding the dissolved yeast mixture.

Recipe View 5 mins Mix the Dough: In a large bowl, combine flour, beaten eggs, and the cooled yeast mixture. Stir until a smooth and blended dough forms. It will be slightly sticky, but avoid adding too much extra flour.

Recipe View 45 mins First Rise: Butter a 9x13 inch pan. Pour the dough into the prepared pan, spreading it evenly. Cover the pan with a clean kitchen towel or plastic wrap and let it rise in a warm place for about 45 minutes, or until the dough has nearly doubled in size.

Recipe View 5 mins Prepare the Topping: While the dough is rising, prepare the topping. In a small bowl, combine the softened 1/2 cup butter (for topping), 1 cup sugar (for topping), and 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon. Mix together until well combined and crumbly.

Recipe View 0 mins Preheat and Assemble: Preheat oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C). Once the dough has risen, sprinkle the cinnamon-sugar topping evenly over the surface.

Recipe View 30 mins Bake: Bake in preheated oven for 30 minutes, or until the top is golden brown and the topping is bubbly and syrupy. A toothpick inserted into the center of the cake should come out clean.

Recipe View 15 mins Cool and Serve: Let the Butterkuchen cool in the pan for at least 15 minutes before cutting into squares and serving. Enjoy warm or at room temperature.