Follow these steps for perfect results
flour
butter
egg yolks
sugar
salt
cake yeast
dissolved
milk
warmed
sour cream
milk
cold
apricot preserves
ground walnuts
sugar
semisweet chocolate
canola oil
Mix flour, butter, egg yolks, sugar, salt, dissolved cake yeast in warmed milk, sour cream, and cold milk to form the dough.
Divide the dough into 3 equal balls.
Refrigerate the dough balls for several hours or overnight.
Roll out each dough ball into a 42 by 62 cm rectangle.
Butter and flour a baking pan.
Place the first layer of dough in the prepared pan.
Prick the dough with a fork or toothpick.
Spread apricot or raspberry preserves evenly over the dough layer.
Mix ground walnuts with sugar.
Sprinkle the walnut-sugar mixture over the jam layer.
Place the second layer of dough on top.
Prick the dough with a fork or toothpick.
Spread the remaining jam and nuts over the second dough layer.
Place the third layer of dough on top.
Press down the edges of the cake.
Prick the top layer with a fork or toothpick.
Bake in a 400 degree oven for 30 minutes.
Let the cake cool completely.
Melt chocolate and mix with oil.
Spread the melted chocolate evenly onto the cooled cake.
Cut the cake into rectangles.
Arrange the rectangles on a serving platter to serve.
Expert advice for the best results
Ensure all ingredients are at room temperature for best results.
Use high-quality chocolate for the topping.
Don't overbake to prevent the cake from drying out.
Everything you need to know before you start
20 minutes
Can be made a day ahead and stored in the refrigerator.
Dust with powdered sugar for a classic look.
Serve with a dollop of whipped cream.
Pair with a strong cup of coffee.
A sweet Hungarian dessert wine complements the cake's flavors.
Discover the story behind this recipe
A traditional Hungarian pastry often served during holidays and special occasions.
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