Kougelhopfs

The Kougelhopf: an emblem of Alsace

The Kougelhopf (or Kouglof) is, without a doubt, one of the most emblematic symbols of Alsace pâtisserie. This brioche cake, shaped in its distinctive fluted mould, is thought to have originated in Alsace as early as the 17th century, although some legends attribute its origins to the Three Wise Men or Viennese bakers.

Truly incomparable, this brioche owes its exceptional flavours and distinctive shape to the Soufflenheim clay mould that it is baked in. A true symbol of our culinary heritage, the Kougelhopf is undeniably one of the most famous cakes to come from Alsace.

Our Kougelhopf range

Based in the heart of Alsace, the Maison Alsacienne de Biscuiterie is committed to bringing the region's traditional recipes to life. It was as part of this mission that we started developing the Kougelhopf into sweet and savoury versions, each one as original and indulgent as the last.

Sweet Kougelhopfs

With plenty of buttery flavours, generously strewn with rum-soaked sultanas and decorated with almonds at its peak, our traditional recipe for Sweet Kougelhopf is a guaranteed success.

Savoury Kougelhopfs

With a crumb that’s just as soft as the sweet version, our Savoury Kougelhopf is generously topped with smoked bacon pieces and decorated with walnut kernels. A must-have for aperitifs and celebrations with an authentic Alsace touch!

Savoury Wild Garlic Kougelhopf

In this new recipe for Savoury Wild Garlic Kougelhopf, we’ve incorporated fresh wild garlic purée, delicately elevated with fine slivers of onion into our classic Kougelhopf dough. As you slice into the Kougelhopf, the vibrant, natural green of the wild garlic is revealed adding an aesthetic touch that pairs perfectly with the subtle, delicate flavours.

The Kougelhopf by Maison Alsacienne de Biscuiterie

The Kougelhopf is sometimes tarre with a bad reputation for having an overly dry texture. Drive by our love for the Alsace region and its traditions, our boulangers-pâtissiers have ensured that this isn’t the case with our Kougelhopfs, which have an exceptional texture that melts in the mouth.

It all starts with an almond or walnut, carefully placed at the bottom of the mould, which comes to form a crown atop the Kougelhopf when it is taken out of the mould. Kneading with meticulous technique, allowing the dough to rest for as long as it needs to develop and slowly expand guarantee a brioche with a beautifully crisp exterior and a melt-in-the-mouth interior.

The Kougelhopf: a cake for every occasion

The Kougelhopf, catering to both savoury and sweet preferences, can be enjoyed at any time of day, at any time of year. Our Kougelhopfs are the perfect accompaniment for quality time with loved ones… Whether it's for brunch, a sweet coffee break or a big celebration, this emblematic Alsace cake will always find its place. Cut into generous slices and served with a good local wine, our Wild Garlic Kougelhopf can also be enjoyed as part of an aperitif at , with friends, family or anyone you want to impress!

Check out our blog to find some original inspiration for accompaniments, such as our alsapéritifs.

Discover the Kougelhopf experience in our stores

Our Kougelhopfs are baked every day in our stores, by our expertly trained customer advisers, so it's hard to resist the delicious scent of them as it drifts through the streets around our stores. Follow your nose, step through the door and discover the incredible taste of the Maison Alsacienne de Biscuiterie…

Order your Kougelhopfs online

Thanks to our online store, you can order Kougelhopf all year round, so if a Sunday morning isn’t complete without your Kougelhopf or you haven’t been able to stop thinking about it since visiting our stores, you can find our Kougelhopf range on our website: Sweet, Savoury and Wild Garlic. Wherever you live, you can have your order delivered anywhere in France or Europe.