Homemade Zserbó with flaky pastry, walnut filling, and chocolate coating

Zserbó

Zserbó is a cake that is not only a staple of Hungarian cuisine but also an indispensable part of holiday tables. The history of Zserbó dates back to the early 20th century, when the recipe was made world-famous by the famous confectioner Emil Gerbeaud. The dish is filled with a rich walnut and jam filling and encased in a sweet, buttery pastry. Zserbó is one of the most delicious and impressive desserts, worthy of a place at any festive event.

Making Zserbó is time-consuming, but every bite is worth the effort. With layers of pastry, a walnut and jam filling, and finally topped with fine chocolate, Zserbó offers a truly tantalizing experience. When served, each layer of the food is clearly visible, so it impresses diners with its appearance on the table. Zserbó is the perfect choice for a festive dessert that always brings out the best in a family event.

Prep Time 15 min
Preparation 35 min
Total 50 min
450 Kcal
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Ingredients for this recipe

Servings: 5
300 g All-purpose flour
150 g Butter
1 Egg
20 g Yeast
100 g Sugar
200 g Ground walnuts
150 g Apricot jam
150 g Dark chocolate

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    Preparation Steps

    1

    Crumble the flour with the butter, then add the sugar, yeast, egg, and a dollop of sour cream. Knead until you have a smooth dough.

    2

    Divide the dough into three equal parts and roll each part out.

    3

    Place the first layer of dough in a baking pan, spread with apricot jam, and sprinkle with ground walnuts.

    4

    Add the second layer of dough, spread again with apricot jam, and sprinkle with ground walnuts.

    5

    Cover with the third layer of dough and prick it with a fork.

    6

    Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (180°C) for about 35 minutes, or until golden brown.

    7

    Let the cake cool completely, then coat the top with melted dark chocolate.