Hungarian Recipes

Slice of Kati Tészta (Hungarian Chocolate Rum Torte) with burnt caramel shards and a sprinkle of sea salt, with a stack of chocolate bars blurred in the background.

How to Make Hungarian Chocolate Rum Torte (Kati Tészta)

There are some recipes that carry more than just flavor — they carry memory, comfort, and love. This Hungarian chocolate rum torte, known as Kati Tészta, is one of those timeless treasures. It’s a traditional Hungarian layered pastry made with tender dough, filled with a luxurious chocolate cherry rum filling, and topped with a rich chocolate…

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Decadent marzipan mocha cake with one slice cut, surrounded by spring flowers and two slices on a plate with mini forks.

How to Make Decadent Hungarian Marzipan Mocha Cake

This scrumptious Hungarian Marzipan Mocha Cake is steeped in culture and history and above all, is the perfect blend of flavors. It’s a tender sponge filled with creamy homemade almond marzipan, layered with crunchy toasted almond slices and enrobed in a velvety, rich chocolate mocha frosting. In addition, it’s an easy-to-make indulgent experience that elevates…

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Hungarian Ruffled Tart

Maria’s Hungarian Apricot Ruffled Tart

This delightful tart recipe feels like a true treasure, discovered tucked away in a file of old recipes that belonged to my husband’s grandmother from Budapest. Lovingly typed in Hungarian, this recipe is a glimpse into the past, and its personal connection makes it all the more special. The name of this confection in Hungarian…

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