Hungarian Walnut Torte (Diós Torta)

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Instructions

1. Make the Walnut Sponge

1. Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C).
2. Beat egg whites with salt until stiff peaks form.
3. In another bowl, beat yolks with sugar and vanilla until pale.
4. Fold in ground walnuts and flour.
5. Gently fold in egg whites.
6. Spread into 2–3 round cake pans.
7. Bake 12–15 minutes until lightly golden.
8. Cool completely.

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2. Prepare the Cream Filling

1. Cook milk, flour (or cornstarch), and sugar over medium heat until thick.
2. Let it cool completely.
3. Beat butter until fluffy.
4. Gradually mix in cooled custard and vanilla until smooth.

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3. Assemble the Cake

1. Place first walnut layer on a plate.
2. Spread cream filling evenly.
3. Repeat with remaining layers.
4. Cover top and sides with remaining cream.

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4. Finish

• Press ground walnuts around the sides.
• Dust lightly with powdered sugar.