Ah, yes! Hungarian Fruit Squares (often called Gyümölcsös Szelet in Hungary) are delightfully tender, fruity, and perfect for tea time or dessert. They usually have a soft sponge base, a layer of jam or fruit, and a light topping. Here’s an easy recipe:
Hungarian Fruit Squares (Gyümölcsös Szelet)
Ingredients
For the Cake Base:
200 g (1 cup) sugar
4 large eggs
200 g (1 2/3 cups) all-purpose flour
1 tsp baking powder
1 tsp vanilla extract
Pinch of salt
For the Filling:
200–250 g (3/4–1 cup) fruit jam (apricot, raspberry, or your favorite)
Fresh fruit (optional; berries, peaches, or plums)
For the Topping:
Powdered sugar for dusting, or
100 g (1/2 cup) sour cream mixed with 2 tbsp sugar (optional creamy topping)
