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    Home » European Vegetarian Desserts

    Published: Aug, 2019. Updated: Aug, 2022 by Iryna Bychkiv | This post may contain affiliate links. Read more here

    Trdelnik Recipe (Czech Walnut Cinnamon Pastry)

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    Trdelnik is one delicious dessert you are sure to find on every corner of Prague.
    It's a traditional Czech pastry dough, wrapped around a stick, rolled in cinnamon-walnut and sugar mixture and baked to a crispy perfection. Does it sound amazing? It sure is!
    In this step-by-step Trdelnik recipe I'll tell you all my tips and tricks on how to make the best oven baked Czech Trdelnik. Let's get cooking!

    Trdelnik Recipe

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    Trdelnik

    Believe it or not, this post or better to say this recipe was that close from never happening. Why? I'll tell you in a bit.

    My mom was the one who suggested me making Trdelnik recipe for my blog. Since I haven't posted any Czech recipes yet, I liked that idea and was eager to make the recipe ASAP.

    But, there was just one thing that kept me from doing it. In fact, it probably took me 4 months before I found a solution to a problem and made Trdelnik at home.

    So, what is it?

    Trdelnik has a cone shape. The dough is wrapped around a special cylinder stick called Trdlo and baked on the open fire.

    Czech spit cakes on a white napkin against blue background

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    Where do I find Trdlo stick?

    You have few options here. First - you can find it on Amazon.  There's a specifically designed chimney cake stick, like this one. It's a little pricey, but if you're going to use it a lot, it might be worths it.

    There're also much affordable versions like  these Cannoli molds. They can be used for variety of desserts and would be perfect for making Trdelnik as well.


    But you know what?

    I found an even cheaper alternative to Trdlo stick. It took me for 4 months to discover this solution, but if you're like me and trying to be frugal where possible, you should totally use my budget version of Trdlo. It totally works. All you need is old magazines and aluminum foil.

    Want to see how it works?

    Czech spit cakes (Trdelnik Recipe) on a white napkin.

    Trdelnik Recipe

    Before I'll show you a step-by-step detailed recipe how you can make Prague dessert Trdelnik at home, let me ask you something.

    Have you ever been to Czech Republic? If not, then you definitely should. It is such a beautiful country, full of history and stunning architecture.

    Why do I say this?

    In my honest opinion, when people decide where to go on European vacation, Czech Republic is often overlooked.

    Tell me I'm wrong, but when many of my American friends went to Europe, they chose more popular travel destinations like France, Spain or Italy. I can't blame them. Those countries are gorgeous.

    But you know what?

    Trdelnik Recipe - traditional Czech spit cakes on a white napkin with a cup of tea at the background.

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    If you're on a budget but still want to get the most out of your European trip, you should totally visit Czech Republic. You'll spend less than in Paris or Barcelona, but you'll receive as much satisfaction and joy from the trip as from other popular European countries.

    I was lucky enough to visit Prague in my early 20s. Although we endured a long 20 hours bus ride to get there, I was absolutely amazed by the beauty of this small country.

    Baroque buildings, famous Charle's Bridge, delicious food... No wonder, Prague has become a popular destination for shooting some well known Hollywood movies. Think Casino Royal, The Illusionist and Mission: Impossible.

    Astonishing, isn’t it?

    Now that I've told you a bit about beautiful Czech Republic, let's get down to business.

    Thanksgiving and Christmas are right around the corner.

    If you want to try something new, delicious and unusual this holiday season, try Czech Trdelnik.

    Don't be intimidated, as I'm going to walk you through the whole process of making this traditional Czech treat.

    Success is guaranteed.

    Trdelnik Ingredients

    To make this Czech pastry Trdelnik, you'll need pantry ingredients: 

    • all-purpose flour
    • granulated sugar
    • milk
    • active dry yeast 
    • butter
    • eggs
    • salt
    • cinnamon
    • walnuts

    In addition, I always recommend using digital scale. It yields better precision than measuring cups. I like this digital scale.

    How to make Trdelnik

    1. Mix dry ingredients

    In a large bowl, combine 480 grams (about 3 cups) of sifted all-purpose flour, 2 tablespoon sugar, 1 teaspoon of yeast and 1 teaspoon of salt.

    combining dry ingredients for Trdelnik

    2. Mix liquid ingredients

    In a medium bowl or large glass, whisk together 2 egg yolks, 150 ml of milk and 5 tablespoon of melted butter.

    combining liquid ingredients for Trdelnik

    3. Combine the ingredients and let the dough rise

    Combine dry and liquid ingredients and mix well. The dough will be quite dense.

    combining dry and liquid ingredients for Trdelnik

    Form the dough into a ball, place it in a bowl, cover and let it rise in a warm place until it almost doubles in size.

    Note: If the dough is too sticky, you can add a few more tablespoons of flour, 1 tablespoon at a time.

    kneading the dough for Trdelnik

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    4. Make Trdlo sticks

    Roll old magazine into a stick and secure it with cooking twine. Tightly cover each stick with aluminum foil and tuck edges inside of a magazine. You'll need about 5 sticks.

    making Trdlo sticks

    5. Prepare walnut-cinnamon crumb

    Place walnuts into a tightly closed zip-lock bag and pound it with a rolling pin until walnuts are nicely chopped. Transfer the walnuts into a medium bowl and combine them with sugar and cinnamon. 

    In a small bowl, beat the egg whites until foamy. Preheat the oven to 390 F.

    preparing walnut-cinnamon crumb for Trdelnik6. Roll out and cut the dough

    When the dough has increased in size, sprinkle working surface with 5 tablespoon of flour and roll the dough into a disk approximately 2-3 millimeters thick.

    Using a small knife, cut the disk lengthwise into the ribbons of about 10-15 mm wide.

    rolling out the dough for Trdelnik

    7. Arrange Trdelnik on a stick

    Grease each Trdlo stick with olive oil. Tightly wrap strips of dough around Trdlo sticks making sure each strip slightly overlaps each other.
    Each Trdlo stick should fit up to 3 Trdelniks with 1 inch distance between them.

    cutting the dough for Trdelnik and arranging it on a stick

    Brush each Czech Trdelnik with the egg white wash and generously coat with a walnut-cinnamon crumb.

    coating Trdelnik with walnut-cinnamon crumb

    8. Bake Trdelnik

    Place Trdlo sticks on a rimmed baking dish making sure pastry doesn't touch the bottom or sides of a dish. 

    Bake Trdelnik for 15-20 minutes until it's golden on each side. Remove Trdelnik from the oven and slowly slide it off the stick! 

    Enjoy with a drizzling of Nutella, jam or a scoop of ice-cream.

    arranging Trdelnik on a baking sheet

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    You might also like these unique European desserts

    • Dutch Christmas Log
    • Hungarian Gerbeaud Cake
    • Viennese Cookies
    • Soffioni Abruzzesi
    • Homemade Eclairs

    Recipe

    Trdelnik Recipe - Prague spit cakes on a white napkin against blue background.

    Trdelnik

    Trdelnik is one delicious dessert you are sure to find on every corner of Prague.
    It's a traditional Czech pastry dough, wrapped around a stick, rolled in cinnamon-walnut and sugar crumb and baked to a crispy perfection.
    4.43 from 7 votes
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    Course: Dessert
    Cuisine: Czech
    Prep Time: 45 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 20 minutes minutes
    Total Time: 1 hour hour 5 minutes minutes
    Servings: 15 pastries
    Calories: 247kcal
    Author: Iryna Bychkiv
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    Ingredients

    I always recommend using digital scale. It yields better precision than measuring cups. I like this digital scale.

    For the pastry

    • 480 grams (3 cups) all-purpose flour
    • 150 ml (⅞ cups) milk
    • 5 tablespoon butter melted and slightly cooled
    • 2 eggs
    • 1 teaspoon active dry yeast
    • 2 tablespoon sugar
    • 1 teaspoon salt
    • 5 tablespoon flour for dusting the working surface
    • olive oil for greasing Trdlo sticks

    For walnut-cinnamon crumb

    • 1 c walnuts
    • 5 tablespoon sugar
    • 1 teaspoon cinnamon powder

    Instructions

    Mix dry ingredients

    • In a large bowl, combine 480 grams (about 3 cups or 16.95 oz) of sifted all-purpose flour, 2 tablespoon sugar, 1 teaspoon of active dry yeast and 1 teaspoon of salt.

    Mix liquid ingredients

    • In a medium bowl or large glass, whisk together 2 egg yolks, 150 ml (⅞ cups) of milk and 5 tablespoon of melted butter.

    Combine the ingredients and let the dough rise

    • Add liquid ingredients to the dry ingredients and mix well. The dough will be quite dense.
    • Form the dough into a ball, place it in a bowl, cover and let it rise in a warm place until it almost doubles in size.* (Note 1)

    Make Trdlo sticks

    • Roll old magazine into a stick and secure it with cooking twine. Tightly cover each stick with aluminum foil and tuck edges inside of a magazine. You’ll need about 5 sticks.

    Prepare walnut-cinnamon crumb and preheat the oven

    • Place walnuts into a tightly closed zipper bag and pound it with a rolling pin until walnuts are nicely chopped. Transfer the walnuts into a medium bowl and mix them with sugar and cinnamon. 
      In a small bowl, beat the egg whites until foamy. Preheat the oven to 390 F.

    Roll out and cut the dough

    • When the dough has increased in size, sprinkle working surface with 5 tablespoon of flour and roll the dough into a disk approximately 2-3 millimeters thick.
      Using a small knife, cut the disk lengthwise into the ribbons of about 10-15 mm wide.

    Arrange Trdelnik on a stick

    • Grease each Trdlo stick with olive oil. Tightly wrap strips of dough around Trdlo sticks making sure each strip slightly overlaps each other.
      Each Trdlo stick should fit up to 3 Trdelniks with 1 inch distance between them.
    • Brush each Czech Trdelnik with the egg white wash and generously coat with a walnut-cinnamon crumb.

     Bake Trdelnik

    • Place Trdlo sticks on a rimmed baking dish making sure pastry doesn’t touch the bottom or sides of a dish. 
      Bake Trdelnik for 15-20 minutes until it’s golden on each side. Remove Trdelnik from the oven and slowly slide it off the stick! 
    • Enjoy!

    Notes

    Note 1
    If the dough is too sticky, you can add a few more tablespoons of flour, 1 tablespoon at a time.
    Recipe is adapted from Cheshskoe Pechene Trdlo.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1Trdelnik | Calories: 247kcal | Carbohydrates: 33.5g | Protein: 6.8g | Fat: 9.9g | Saturated Fat: 3.1g | Cholesterol: 33mg | Sodium: 196mg | Potassium: 101mg | Fiber: 1.6g | Sugar: 6.3g | Calcium: 27mg | Iron: 2mg
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    Iryna Bychkiv is the founder and writer of the culinary website Lavender & Macarons, where she shares clean, European-inspired recipes that are delicious, easy to prepare, and made with wholesome ingredients. Iryna loves creating meals that are simple yet healthy and unique, including vegan and vegetarian recipes.
    Iryna is also a freelance writer for MSN and Associated Press Wire.

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    Comments

    1. Keirston says

      December 24, 2024 at 4:06 pm

      1 star
      This didn't rise since the yeast was not mixed with warm liquid and allowed to sit. Ended up with a really dense, useless ball of dough. Unfortunately this was going to be the start of a new Christmas tradition with my son that ended up in the trash today.

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      • Iryna Bychkiv says

        December 30, 2024 at 6:25 pm

        Keirston, thank you for trying the Trdelnik recipe, and I’m so sorry to hear it didn’t turn out as expected! It sounds like there might have been an issue with the dough rising, which can sometimes happen if the yeast doesn’t get activated properly. I truly appreciate your feedback, and I might give this recipe another go to double-check everything and see if any adjustments are needed.

        Reply
    2. Julia says

      January 13, 2023 at 1:37 am

      5 stars
      It is a traditional Hungarian desert

      Reply
    3. Suzannah says

      June 20, 2020 at 10:54 pm

      150 ml and 7/8 cup of milk are not the same amount. Should it be 3/4 cup?

      Reply
      • Iryna says

        June 24, 2020 at 10:43 am

        Hi Suzannah! Sorry for the late response. 7/8 is a typo, the correct amount of milk is 150 ml or about 2/3 of a cup minus 2 tbsp.

        Reply
    4. Jakub says

      August 12, 2019 at 5:07 pm

      While it is good, it is not Czech, it it is made by a Hungarian that lives in Slovakia, and there is nothing Czech or Christmas about it. Just because you see Trdelnik all over Praha, doesn't mean it is their tradition.

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      • Iryna says

        August 15, 2019 at 12:35 pm

        Jakub, thank you for your insights! Indeed, Trdelnik was first created in Slovakia and became popular in Czech Republic only in the 21st century. In my post I specifically wanted to address how Trdelnik has become a mainstream product on the streets of Prague. And while's it's not technically a Christmas treat, in my opinion it's a wonderful addition to a Christmas menu:)

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