Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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12
servings
0.5 pound

cream cheese

softened

1 cup

butter

softened

1 unit

egg yolks

2 cup

flour, all-purpose

16 tbsp

cocoa powder

8 ounce

chocolate chips (semi-sweet)

1 cup

walnuts

chopped

Step 1
~7 min

In a large bowl, beat cream cheese and butter until blended.

Step 2
~7 min

Beat in egg yolk.

Step 3
~7 min

Add flour and beat until blended; do not overbeat.

Step 4
~7 min

Turn dough onto floured wax paper, form a circle, wrap, and refrigerate for several hours or overnight.

Step 5
~7 min

Divide dough into fourths.

Step 6
~7 min

Roll out one part at a time into a 10-inch square.

Step 7
~7 min

Spread 1/4 of the cocoa powder, chocolate chips, and walnuts over the dough.

Step 8
~7 min

Roll it up jelly-roll fashion to a 10x3 inch roll.

Step 9
~7 min

Place seam-side down on a 12x16 inch teflon-coated baking pan.

Step 10
~7 min

Repeat with remaining 3 parts of dough.

Step 11
~7 min

Bake in a 350F (180C) oven for 30 minutes or until lightly browned.

Step 12
~7 min

Cool in pan.

Step 13
~7 min

Cut into slices and sprinkle tops generously with sifted powdered sugar.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a richer flavor, use dark chocolate chips.

Brush the tops with melted butter before baking for a golden brown crust.

Dust with powdered sugar after cooling completely.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Dough can be made ahead and refrigerated overnight.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
High
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a cup of coffee or tea.

Enjoy as a breakfast treat or dessert.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Fresh berries
Whipped cream

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Denmark

Cultural Significance

Commonly enjoyed during breakfast or as a sweet treat.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Christmas
Easter

Occasion Tags

Breakfast
Brunch
Holiday

Popularity Score

75/100

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