Irresistibly chocolatey yeast cake with a twist

For a show-stopping, delicious, and foolproof dessert to elevate your Sukkot celebrations, try this viral yeast cake recipe that’s taking kitchens by storm. Ditch the margarine for a homemade mix of eggs and oil, delivering an airy, rich texture that’s perfect for coffee in the sukkah. This juicy, sweet, and indulgent treat is a must-have for the holiday!

Ingredients

For the Dough:

1 kg flour

2 tbsp dry yeast

1 cup sugar

2 eggs

2 cups oil

2 cups water

Pinch of salt

For the Filling:

1½ cups cocoa powder

3 cups sugar

2 cups oil

4 packets vanilla sugar

1 packet chocolate pudding mix

Instructions

Prepare the Dough: In a food processor, whip the eggs until a light, airy foam forms.

While whipping, slowly drizzle in the oil until a thick (mayonnaise-like) consistency is achieved, this is the secret to a soft, margarine-free dough.

In a separate mixer bowl, combine flour, yeast, sugar, and salt (ensure salt doesn’t directly touch the yeast).

Add the thick mixture and water, kneading until a soft, smooth dough forms.

Cover and let rise in the refrigerator for 2 hours.

Prepare the Filling:

In a bowl, mix the dry ingredients: cocoa, sugar, vanilla sugar, and chocolate pudding mix.

Keep the oil in a separate bowl for assembly.

Assemble the Cakes:

Divide the dough into 6 equal parts.

Roll each part into a rectangular sheet the size of an English cake pan.

Brush a thin layer of oil over the dough and sprinkle with the dry filling mixture.

Fold the sheet in half, brush with oil again, sprinkle more filling, and roll tightly into a log.

Seal the ends, cut the log in half, and braid the two pieces.

Place in an English cake pan and repeat for all 6 parts.

Brush with beaten egg and sprinkle with sesame seeds.

Let rise in the pans for an additional 15 minutes.

Bake:

Preheat oven to 160°C (320°F).

Bake for 15 minutes at 160°C.

Increase heat to 180°C (350°F) and continue baking until the cakes are golden and perfectly baked.

This fluffy, flavorful yeast cake is sure to be the talk of your Sukkot gatherings!