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 is “Borzás Kati,” which loosely translates to “shaggy tart” – a nod to the ruffled texture created by the grated dough that tops this sweet treat. The tart features a buttery, nut-speckled crust, a layer of tangy apricot jam, and a light, meringue filling sweetened with more apricot jam. The grated dough on top forms the signature “shaggy” finish, adding a wonderful crunch to each bite. Jump to Recipe About the Hungarian Recipe Collection It’s hard to describe just how meaningful it was to discover a file folder overflowing with family recipes-typed and handwritten in Hungarian by my husband’s grandmother….
This delightful tart recipe feels like a true treasure, discovered tucked away in a file of old recipes that belonged…
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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…
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