DANUBIO RING with COFFEE, a very soft cake for breakfast or an afternoon snack, an easy leavened recipe to prepare either by hand or with a mixer, filled with coffee pastry cream.
I prepared a soft cake for breakfast and the aroma of coffee in the kitchen immediately charmed everyone. The Coffee Danubio Ring is a very soft leavened dough with a creamy center of coffee pastry cream. Perfect to make with a mixer, but just as simple by hand and enjoyed by both adults and children.
If you are looking for a soft coffee ring, an easy and quick leavened cake, or a rich and indulgent snack, this recipe is the right one. The Danubio is the classic soft cake made of little balls joined together, but with the touch of coffee it becomes an intense flavor experience, perfect with a cappuccino or as an afternoon snack.
Join me in the kitchen today for the Coffee Danubio Ring.
- Difficulty: Very easy
- Cost: Very inexpensive
- Rest time: 5 Hours
- Preparation time: 20 Minutes
- Portions: 14 pieces
- Cooking methods: Oven
- Cuisine: Italian
- Seasonality: All seasons
Ingredients
- 4 cups flour (the one you usually use (about 17.6 oz))
- 1 egg
- 1 egg yolk
- 0.35 oz fresh yeast
- 6.5 tbsp sugar
- 2 tbsp butter ((about 1.06 oz))
- 1 cup milk
- 3 tbsp instant coffee (or 2 small cups of espresso)
- pastry cream (coffee-flavored)
- 2 tbsp instant coffee
- 1 tbsp unsweetened cocoa powder
Steps
If you use moka coffee, subtract its volume from the milk amount; avoid exceeding 1 cup (250 ml) of milk, otherwise the dough will become too soft and hard to handle.
Dissolve the yeast in a little milk, prepare the moka if needed, and let it cool.
Place the flour in a bowl or in the mixer, add the sugar, the instant coffee, the butter cut into pieces, the egg and the yolk, start kneading, add the milk (or milk and coffee), knead well and add the salt.
Work the dough until smooth. Shape a rectangle, fold the short side toward the center and cover with the other short side, form a ball, place it in a bowl and cover with plastic wrap.
Let rest in a warm place — the oven with the oven light on is perfect — until doubled in size. You can prepare the dough in the evening and let it rise overnight.
In the meantime prepare the pastry cream with THIS recipe and add 1 or 2 tablespoons of instant coffee and the cocoa, according to your taste.
Once risen, divide the dough into 14 pieces or 20 pieces, press each piece on the palm of your hand and fill with the cream.
Close forming balls and arrange them in a 9.5-inch (24 cm) pan lined with parchment paper.
Let rest 30 minutes then preheat the oven to 356°F (180°C), bake for 20 minutes. Perform a skewer test to check that it is cooked inside.
Bon appétit
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DANUBIO RING with COFFEE
Useful tips
Let the dough rest until doubled to obtain maximum softness.
Use concentrated espresso for an intense aroma.
Beat the butter well with the sugar before incorporating it into the dough.
For a more decorative version, brush the surface with milk or egg yolk before baking.
Store the Danubio in an airtight container: it will remain soft even the next day.
This coffee leavened ring is perfect for breakfast, snack or weekend brunch, and lends itself to variations with chocolate chips or chopped hazelnuts.
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FAQ DANUBIO RING with COFFEE
How long should the Coffee Danubio Ring rise?
The dough should be left to double in a covered bowl, about 1-2 hours, until the balls become soft and puffy.
Can it be prepared by hand without a mixer?
Absolutely yes. Knead all the ingredients well until you get an elastic and slightly sticky dough, then let it rise.
Can I replace the coffee pastry cream?
Yes, classic pastry cream, chocolate cream or chantilly cream are great alternatives.
Can it be frozen?
Yes, frozen either cooked or raw. Thaw at room temperature or warm for a few minutes before serving.
Is it suitable for children?
Yes, the coffee flavor is mild and the soft texture is enjoyed even by the little ones; you can use decaffeinated coffee if preferred.
