Pastries & desserts

Kougelhopf

An enriched Alsatian bake recognizable by its tall fluted ring shape.

Sweet kougelhopf with a slice cut from its fluted ring.
Sweet kougelhopf with a slice cut from its fluted ring.Photo: No machine-readable author provided. Vargenau assumed (based on copyright claims).CC BY 2.5Kouglof — No machine-readable source provided. Own work assumed (based on copyright claims).

Say it: KOO-guhl-hopf (approximate English pronunciation)

Kougelhopf is baked in a distinctive fluted mold with a hole in the center. Sweet versions commonly include raisins and almonds, while savory interpretations offer another way to enjoy the enriched dough. It belongs to Alsace’s baking traditions and may appear as a whole loaf or individual portion. Check whether the bakery offers the sweet or savory version.

Names to look for on menus

kougelhopf, kouglof, kougloff, kugelhopf, gugelhupf

Explore its regional connections: Alsace

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About this guide and further reading

Written by Eat French.Food. Reference check: 2026-10-12. Pronunciations are approximate guides for English speakers.