{"id":"dobos_torta_603cd81485","slug":"dobos-torta","title":"Dobos Torta","description":"A classic Hungarian masterpiece featuring six thin layers of light sponge cake sandwiched with rich chocolate buttercream and topped with iconic fan-shaped caramel wedges.","serves":12,"time":{"prepMinutes":60,"cookMinutes":45,"totalMinutes":105,"activeMinutes":90},"ingredients":[{"id":"ingredient-1","original":"6 large eggs, separated","name":"Egg","quantity":6,"unit":"piece","usQuantity":6,"usUnit":"piece","form":"separated","notes":"large","group":"Sponge Layers","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-2","original":"150g granulated sugar","name":"Granulated Sugar","quantity":150,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"3/4","usUnit":"cup","form":"granulated","notes":"divided for sponge","group":"Sponge Layers","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-3","original":"150g cake flour, sifted","name":"Cake Flour","quantity":150,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"1 1/4","usUnit":"cup","form":"sifted","notes":"","group":"Sponge Layers","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-4","original":"40g unsalted butter, melted and cooled","name":"Butter","quantity":40,"unit":"g","usQuantity":1.4,"usUnit":"oz","form":"melted","notes":"unsalted, cooled","group":"Sponge Layers","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-5","original":"4 large eggs","name":"Egg","quantity":4,"unit":"piece","usQuantity":4,"usUnit":"piece","form":"whole","notes":"for the filling","group":"Chocolate Buttercream","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-6","original":"200g granulated sugar","name":"Granulated Sugar","quantity":200,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"1","usUnit":"cup","form":"granulated","notes":"for the filling","group":"Chocolate Buttercream","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-7","original":"200g dark chocolate (60% cocoa), melted","name":"Dark Chocolate","quantity":200,"unit":"g","usQuantity":7,"usUnit":"oz","form":"melted","notes":"60% cocoa","group":"Chocolate Buttercream","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-8","original":"250g unsalted butter, room temperature","name":"Butter","quantity":250,"unit":"g","usQuantity":8.8,"usUnit":"oz","form":"softened","notes":"unsalted","group":"Chocolate Buttercream","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-9","original":"150g granulated sugar for caramel","name":"Granulated Sugar","quantity":150,"unit":"g","usQuantity":"3/4","usUnit":"cup","form":"granulated","notes":"for caramel top","group":"Caramel Top","optional":false},{"id":"ingredient-10","original":"1 tbsp lemon juice","name":"Lemon Juice","quantity":15,"unit":"ml","usQuantity":1,"usUnit":"tbsp","form":"fresh","notes":"to prevent crystallization","group":"Caramel Top","optional":false}],"instructions":[{"id":"instruction-1","text":"Preheat your oven to 350°F (177°C). Line six 9-inch (23cm) cake pans with parchment paper or bake in batches.","group":"Preparation","title":"Preheat your oven","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Preparation"},{"id":"instruction-2","text":"Beat the 6 egg yolks with half of the 150g sugar (75g) until pale and thick. In a separate bowl, whisk the 6 egg whites with a pinch of salt until soft peaks form, then gradually add the remaining 75g sugar until stiff peaks form.","group":"Sponge Layers","title":"Beat the 6 egg yolks","timerMinutes":10,"sourceTitle":"Sponge Layers"},{"id":"instruction-3","text":"Fold the egg whites gently into the yolk mixture. Sift the 150g cake flour over the batter and fold in, followed by the 40g melted butter.","group":"Sponge Layers","title":"Fold the egg whites gently","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Sponge Layers"},{"id":"instruction-4","text":"Divide the batter between the 6 prepared pans (approx. 1/2 cup per pan). Bake for 8-10 minutes until golden. Cool completely on a wire rack.","group":"Sponge Layers","title":"Divide the batter between the 6 prepared pans","timerMinutes":10,"sourceTitle":"Sponge Layers"},{"id":"instruction-5","text":"For the buttercream: Whisk 4 eggs and 200g sugar in a heatproof bowl over a pot of simmering water. Whisk constantly until the mixture reaches 160°F (71°C) and thickens. Remove from heat and stir in 200g melted dark chocolate. Let cool to room temperature.","group":"Chocolate Buttercream","title":"For the buttercream","timerMinutes":15,"sourceTitle":"Chocolate Buttercream"},{"id":"instruction-6","text":"Beat the 250g softened butter until creamy, then gradually beat in the cooled chocolate-egg mixture until a smooth, fluffy frosting forms.","group":"Chocolate Buttercream","title":"Beat the 250g softened butter","timerMinutes":5,"sourceTitle":"Chocolate Buttercream"},{"id":"instruction-7","text":"Assemble the cake by stacking 5 layers, spreading a thin layer of buttercream between each. Use the remaining buttercream to cover the sides and top (except for the 6th layer reserved for caramel). Chill.","group":"Assembly","title":"Assemble the cake","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Assembly"},{"id":"instruction-8","text":"For the caramel: Place the 6th sponge layer on a piece of parchment. Melt 150g sugar and 1 tbsp lemon juice in a pan over medium heat until it becomes a golden amber caramel. Immediately pour over the sponge layer and spread evenly with a buttered spatula.","group":"Caramel Top","title":"For the caramel: Place the 6th sponge layer","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Caramel Top"},{"id":"instruction-9","text":"Quickly, before the caramel sets hard, use a well-buttered knife to mark and then cut the layer into 12 wedges. Once set, arrange these wedges at an angle on top of the frosted cake using dollops of buttercream for support.","group":"Caramel Top","title":"Quickly, before the caramel sets hard, use a well-buttered knife","timerMinutes":null,"sourceTitle":"Caramel Top"}],"notes":"Ensure the caramel-topped layer is sliced while the sugar is still warm but slightly set using a buttered knife, otherwise, it will shatter. The chocolate buttercream is traditionally made with whole eggs cooked over a double boiler for a silky, stable texture.","cuisine":{"group":"Eastern European","specific":["Hungarian"]},"course":["dessert"],"cookingMethod":["bake"],"equipment":["six 9-inch cake pans","stand mixer","parchment paper","double boiler","offset spatula","kitchen scale"],"diet":["vegetarian"],"allergens":["wheat","gluten","milk","eggs"],"difficulty":"hard","yield":{"amount":1,"unit":"cake","note":"9-inch round layer cake"},"makeAhead":{"instructions":"The sponge layers can be baked a day ahead and kept in an airtight container. The assembled cake is best after chilling for at least 4 hours."},"storage":{"food":{"instructions":"Store in the refrigerator. The caramel top may soften over time due to humidity.","reheatingNotes":"Serve at room temperature for the best buttercream texture."}},"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Fdobos_torta_603cd81485%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=89d32595-d018-484b-a4be-9e93fe1d77ba","imageAlt":"Dobos Torta — recipe cover","aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","sourceUrl":"","tags":["hungarian","cake","chocolate","caramel","layered-cake","classic-dessert"],"schemaVersion":1,"sourceTitle":"Dobos Torta","sourcePublishedAt":"2026-02-04T05:38:30.169Z","sourceUpdatedAt":"2026-02-04T05:38:30.169Z","related":[{"id":"recipe_a5ad8ae0d0","slug":"kysil","title":"Kysil","description":"A traditional Ukrainian fruit drink thickened with starch, offering a smooth, velvety texture and vibrant berry flavor.","serves":4,"time":{"prepMinutes":5,"cookMinutes":15,"totalMinutes":20,"activeMinutes":10},"cuisine":{"group":"Eastern European","specific":["Ukrainian"]},"course":["dessert","sauce"],"difficulty":"easy","diet":["vegan","vegetarian","gluten_free","dairy_free"],"image":"https://firebasestorage.googleapis.com/v0/b/ezdish-prod.firebasestorage.app/o/public_recipes%2Frecipe_a5ad8ae0d0%2Fcover.jpg?alt=media&token=d0b37907-2b48-4d5c-9e4c-f8c226144ba1","imageAlt":"Kysil — recipe cover","tags":["kysil","fruit drink","berry dessert","ukrainian recipe","gluten-free drink"],"aiGenerated":true,"publishedAt":"2026-10-10","updatedAt":"2026-10-11","ingredientCount":4,"stepCount":5},{"id":"palacinke_aafe8b93f5","slug":"palacinke-eastern-european-crepes","title":"Palačinke (Eastern European Crepes)","description":"Thin, delicate, and versatile Eastern European crepes that can be served sweet with jam or savory with cheese. 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