Winklers Moravian Sugar Cake

Indulge in the rich, buttery goodness of Winkler's Moravian Sugar Cake, a cherished traditional dessert with deep roots in the Moravian community. This yeast-based coffee cake combines soft, pillowy dough with a luscious topping of brown sugar, cinnamon, and pockets of melted butter that caramelize beautifully in the oven. Perfectly sweet and subtly spiced, this treat is made extra special with its signature dimples that hold the buttery-sugary topping in place. Ready in under two hours, including rising time, this recipe is ideal for breakfast, brunch, or an afternoon indulgence. Serve it warm to fully appreciate its melt-in-your-mouth texture and aromatic sweetness—an irresistible combination that captures the charm of old-world baking.

Nutriscore Rating: 44/100

Prep Time:90 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:110 mins

Servings: 12

Ingredients

• 1 packet Active dry yeast
• 0.25 cups Warm water
• 0.5 cups Granulated sugar
• 3.5 cups All-purpose flour
• 1 cups Milk
• 0.5 cups Unsalted butter (melted)
• 1 Egg
• 1 teaspoons Salt
• 1 cups Brown sugar
• 2 teaspoons Ground cinnamon
• 0.5 cups Unsalted butter (softened)

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, dissolve the active dry yeast in the warm water. Let it sit for 5-10 minutes until foamy.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the granulated sugar, 3 cups of the all-purpose flour, salt, milk, melted butter, and the egg. Add the yeast mixture and stir until a dough forms.

Step 3

Transfer the dough to a lightly floured surface and knead for about 5-7 minutes, gradually adding the remaining 0.5 cup of flour as needed, until the dough is smooth and slightly sticky.

Step 4

Place the dough in a greased bowl, cover with a clean towel, and let it rise in a warm place for about 1 hour, or until it has doubled in size.

Step 5

Preheat the oven to 375°F (190°C). Grease a 9x13-inch baking pan and set aside.

Step 6

Punch down the dough and roll it out to fit the prepared baking pan. Transfer the dough to the pan, pressing it evenly into the corners.

Step 7

Using your fingers, gently dimple the surface of the dough to create small indentations across the top.

Step 8

In a small bowl, mix together the brown sugar and ground cinnamon. Sprinkle this mixture evenly over the top of the dough.

Step 9

Dot the top of the dough with the softened butter, placing small pieces in the indentations.

Step 10

Bake the cake in the preheated oven for 18-22 minutes, or until golden brown and fragrant.

Step 11

Remove the cake from the oven and let it cool slightly before serving. This cake is best enjoyed warm or at room temperature!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1273.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4409.5

Total Fat 208.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 127.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.9g
Cholesterol 734.6mg	0%
Sodium 2629.5mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 581.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.6g	0%
Total Sugars 253.8g
Protein 62.3g	0%

Vitamin D 213.7IU	0%
Calcium 609.6mg	0%
Iron 22.1mg	0%
Potassium 1300.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 42.1%

Protein: 5.6%

Carbs: 52.3%