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Nutritional Values
400kcal
6gProtein
50gCarbs
28gFat
1gFibre
150 gServing
* Per serving · 150 g. May vary.
Allergens
🌾 Gluten
🥛 Dairy
🥚 Eggs
Dobos Torte
How to order / say it
Say it
Dobos Torta — [DOH-bosh TOR-ta]
Order
I'd like a slice of Dobos Torte, please.
Locally
Kérnék egy szelet Dobos tortát.
Say locally
A layered sponge cake coated with chocolate buttercream, topped with caramel.
Why try it?
Dobos Torte is an exquisite dessert that represents the creativity and elegance of Hungarian patisserie. It shares the history of Budapest as a hub for sophisticated cake-making.
How it tastes
The cake offers a balanced sweetness with its buttery chocolate cream, soft layers of sponge cake, and a signature thin, caramelized sugar topping that delivers a delightful crunch.
Origin & History — first documented: 1884
Created by József C. Dobos in 1884, it was introduced at the National General Exhibition of Budapest. The cake became famous for its stable buttercream filling and ornate presentation, spreading throughout Europe.
Recipe
Ingredients
- 🌾 200 g sponge cake
- 🥛 250 g butter
- 🍯 200 g sugar
- 🧂 50 g cocoa powder
- 🥚 6 large eggs
- 🍯 50 g caramel
Method
- 1 Prepare sponge by beating eggs and sugar, then fold in flour.
- 2 Bake and slice into layers.
- 3 Make buttercream with butter, sugar, and cocoa.
- 4 Assemble layers with cream, top with caramel glazing.
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