🎂 Hungarian Fächertorte (Fan Cake) 🇭🇺

The Fächertorte 🇭🇺 — also known as “Fan Cake” or “Hungarian Fan Torte” — is a show-stopping, elegant cake known for its beautiful fan-like design created by layering and slicing the cake in a special way. It’s a lesser-known gem of Hungarian pastry tradition, often filled with rich buttercream, chocolate, or jam, then sliced and arranged to resemble a hand fan.

Here’s a traditional-style recipe to help you create your own!

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🎂 Hungarian Fächertorte (Fan Cake) 🇭🇺

Elegant layered cake with a beautiful fan design and luscious filling

🍽️ Servings: 10–12

⏱️ Prep Time: 1 hr | Bake Time: 15–20 min per layer | Chill Time: 2 hrs

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🧾 Ingredients:

For the Sponge Cake (makes 5–6 thin layers):

• 6 large eggs
• 150 g (¾ cup) granulated sugar
• 1 tsp vanilla extract
• 120 g (1 cup) all-purpose flour, sifted
• Pinch of salt

For the Filling:

• 200 g (7 oz) dark chocolate, chopped
• 250 g (1 cup) unsalted butter, room temperature
• 100 g (½ cup) powdered sugar
• Optional: 2 tbsp rum or brandy
• Optional layer: apricot or raspberry jam

For the Glaze:

• 100 g (3.5 oz) dark chocolate
• 1 tbsp oil or butter (for shine)