1. Prepare the dough Warm the milk slightly and dissolve the yeast in it. In a bowl, mix flour, powdered sugar, and salt. Add butter and rub it in until crumbly. Add the egg and yeast milk, then knead into a smooth dough.
2. Divide the dough Divide the dough into three equal parts and let it rest for about 30 minutes.
3. Prepare the filling Mix the ground walnuts with the granulated sugar.
4. Assemble the layers Roll out the first dough portion and place it in a greased baking pan. Spread half of the apricot jam on top and sprinkle with half of the walnut mixture. Add the second dough layer and repeat with the remaining jam and walnuts. Cover with the final dough layer.
5. Bake Bake in a preheated oven at 180°C (350°F) for about 35–40 minutes until golden.
6. Add the chocolate glaze Melt the chocolate with butter and spread it evenly over the cooled cake.
7. Slice and serve Let the glaze set, then cut into small squares or rectangles.
🍰 Tips
This cake tastes even better the next day, once the layers soften and flavors combine.
Traditionally served during Christmas and holidays in Hungary.
Use good-quality apricot jam for the best flavor.
If you’d like, I can also show you 5 of the most famous Hungarian desserts (many people use them for Facebook food pages because they get a lot of engagement).
