👩🍳 Instructions:
- Prepare the dough:
In a large bowl, mix flour, sugar, salt, and baking powder. Add the cold butter and rub it in with your fingers or use a pastry cutter until it looks like fine crumbs. Add the egg and sour cream, then knead gently until a soft dough forms. Wrap and chill for 30 minutes. - Make the filling:
While the dough chills, peel and grate the apples. Mix with sugar, cinnamon, and lemon juice. Let sit for 10–15 minutes, then drain excess juice (you can use a sieve or squeeze gently by hand). - Assemble the cake:
Preheat oven to 350°F (180°C). Grease a 9×13-inch (or similar) pan.
Divide the dough in two and roll out one half to fit the bottom of your baking pan.
Sprinkle semolina or breadcrumbs if using, then spread the apple mixture evenly.
Roll out the second half and place it on top. Poke with a fork all over. - Bake:
Bake for 35–40 minutes or until golden brown. Let it cool before slicing. Dust with powdered sugar for that perfect old-fashioned finish.
💡 Tips & Variations:
- Want extra flavor? Add raisins soaked in rum to the apples. 🍇
- Feeling festive? Toss in some ground cloves or nutmeg.
- Serve warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a drizzle of caramel sauce for a real treat!
💬 Ashley’s Kitchen Note:
“This apple cake brings me back to chilly afternoons in my grandma’s kitchen. We’d help peel the apples and sneak bites while she pretended not to notice. Now I make it for my own family, and the scent of cinnamon and apples still feels like a hug. 🍂”
❤️ Why You’ll Love Hungarian Apple Cake:
✅ Simple ingredients
✅ Comforting and nostalgic
✅ Not overly sweet — perfect with tea
✅ Great for sharing
✅ Tastes even better the next day (if you have leftovers!)
Let me know if you’d like this in a Facebook caption, video script, or even a reel carousel style! I can also do a savory Hungarian dish pairing if you’re planning a themed menu. 🇭🇺✨