A classic Hungarian treat—layers of buttery shortcrust pastry, apricot jam, ground walnuts, and a chocolate glaze. Rich, sweet, and perfect with coffee or tea.
Ingredients
Pastry
2½ cups all-purpose flour
½ cup sugar
200 g unsalted butter, cold and cubed
1 egg
1 tsp baking powder
Pinch of salt
Filling
1 cup apricot jam
1½ cups ground walnuts
2–3 tbsp sugar
Topping
100 g dark chocolate
2 tbsp butter
Instructions
Prepare Pastry
Mix flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Cut in butter until crumbly.
Add egg and knead into dough. Divide in half and chill 30 minutes.
Assemble Layers
Roll out half the dough and place in a greased baking pan.
Spread apricot jam evenly, then sprinkle ground walnuts mixed with sugar.
Roll out remaining dough and place on top, sealing edges.
Bake
Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Bake 30–35 minutes until golden. Cool completely.
Chocolate Glaze
Melt chocolate and butter together. Spread over cooled pastry.
Let set before slicing into squares.
💡 Tip: For extra flavor, lightly toast the walnuts before adding them to the filling.
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