Hungarian Dobos Torte🇭🇺…

Ah, the Hungarian Dobos Torte (Dobostorta) 🇭🇺 — one of Hungary’s most famous desserts! It was created in 1884 by the confectioner József C. Dobos, and it quickly became a European sensation.

This elegant cake is known for its seven thin sponge layers filled with rich chocolate buttercream, and topped with a shiny, crisp caramel layer that gives it a unique texture and look. Traditionally, the caramel top is cut into slices and arranged like a fan on top of the cake.


🍰 Traditional Dobos Torte Recipe

Ingredients

For the sponge cake (7 layers):

  • 6 large eggs, separated
  • ¾ cup (150 g) granulated sugar
  • ½ cup (60 g) all-purpose flour
  • ½ cup (60 g) cake flour (or more all-purpose flour)
  • Pinch of salt

For the chocolate buttercream:

  • 6 oz (170 g) semi-sweet chocolate
  • 1 cup (225 g) unsalted butter, softened
  • 1 cup (125 g) powdered sugar
  • 2 large egg yolks (pasteurized)
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

For the caramel topping:

  • 1 cup (200 g) granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons water
  • 1 teaspoon lemon juice
  • Butter for greasing

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