Here’s a delicious and nostalgic recipe for Hungarian Coffee Cake ðŸ‡ðŸ‡º — tender, cinnamon-spiced, and perfect with your morning brew or an afternoon chat with family. In Hungary, this would be similar to a “Diós-lekváros sütemény” (walnut-jam layered cake) or kuglóf with a crumbly top. This version is easy, cozy, and perfect for everyday baking!
☕ Hungarian Coffee Cake ðŸ‡ðŸ‡º
Soft, rich, layered with cinnamon-sugar and nuts
Ingredients:
For the batter:
- 2 cups all-purpose flour
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tsp baking powder
- 1/2 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 tsp salt
- 1 cup sour cream (or plain yogurt)
- 2 eggs
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter, melted
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
For the filling/topping:
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 1 tsp ground cinnamon
- 3/4 cup chopped walnuts (or hazelnuts)
- Optional: a few spoonfuls of thick apricot or plum jam (very traditional)