Hungarian Lemon Cake (Snow White)🇭🇺..


🧁 Instructions:

1. Prepare the Dough Layers:

  1. In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, baking soda, and a pinch of salt.
  2. Add softened butter, egg, and milk. Knead into a soft, smooth dough.
  3. Divide the dough into 3 equal parts.
  4. Roll out each part into a thin rectangle (about the size of your baking tray, usually 9×13 inches or 23×33 cm).
  5. Bake each layer separately at 180°C (350°F) for 6–8 minutes, or until pale golden. Don’t overbake — they should remain soft and light in color.

2. Make the Lemon Cream:

  1. Heat milk in a saucepan and slowly add semolina, stirring constantly to avoid lumps.
  2. Cook over medium heat until thickened, about 3–5 minutes. Let cool to room temperature.
  3. In a separate bowl, beat butter with sugar until creamy and fluffy.
  4. Add cooled semolina mixture gradually to the butter mix.
  5. Mix in lemon juice, zest, and vanilla. The cream should be smooth, light, and tangy.

3. Assemble the Cake:

  1. Place the first baked layer on a tray or board.
  2. Spread half the lemon cream evenly.
  3. Add the second layer and spread the rest of the cream.
  4. Top with the final layer.
  5. Cover and refrigerate overnight or at least 8 hours (this softens the layers into a cake-like texture).

4. Finish:

  • Before serving, dust the top with powdered sugar or drizzle with lemon glaze.
  • Slice into squares or diamonds and enjoy!

🍋 Notes:

  • This cake tastes best the next day after the layers have softened.
  • You can add lemon zest to the top for extra fragrance.
  • It’s called “Snow White” because of its pale appearance and delicate texture.

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