Recipes in the world of Flavilo

Colorful Puncsos Szelet layered with pink glaze and soft sponge cake.

Puncsos Szelet

The Puncsos Szelet is a special dessert, a jewel on the festive table in Hungarian cuisine. The origin of the cake can be traced back to the mid-20th century, when confectioners creatively combined the flavors of punch with cakes. Each bite of Puncsos Szelet creates a perfect balance between the flavors of coffee, chocolate, and punch, while the dessert has a soft, yet rich texture.

The cake is made in layers, where the sponge cake is drizzled with alcoholic punch syrup and then covered with chocolate. Puncsos Szelet is the perfect choice for holidays, offering the taste of punch for adults and the combination of sweet chocolate and sponge cake for children. The dish is a true traditional Hungarian dessert that has been an indispensable part of every family event for generations.

Prep Time 15 min
Preparation 30 min
Total 45 min
300 Kcal
Facebook
Twitter
LinkedIn

Ingredients for this recipe

Servings: 5
⭕ 300 g All-Purpose Flour
⭕ 150 g Sugar
⭕ 4 Eggs
⭕ 100 g Butter
⭕ 150 ml Milk
⭕ 1 tsp Baking Powder
⭕ 200 g Apricot Jam
⭕ 1 tbsp Punch Flavoring
⭕ 1 drop Pink Food Coloring

Bevásárló kosár ikon Shopping List (0) ▼

    Allergen Information
    GlutenGluten
    Information iconRead More

    Preparation Steps

    1

    In a bowl, whisk together the flour, sugar, and baking powder.

    2

    In a separate bowl, whisk the eggs, then add the melted butter and milk.

    3

    Combine the wet and dry ingredients, then pour the batter into a greased baking pan.

    4

    Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (180°C) for about 25-30 minutes, or until golden brown.

    5

    Once the cake has cooled, slice it into two layers. Spread apricot jam and punch flavoring on one layer, then place the other layer on top.

    6

    Mix the food coloring with a little powdered sugar glaze, and pour it over the top of the cake.