Hungarian Cookies for Beginners

Discover the art of European baking with our delightful "Hungarian Cookies for Beginners" recipe, a perfect introduction to making buttery, jam-filled treats inspired by classic Hungarian confections. With a short ingredient list and simple step-by-step instructions, these sandwich-style cookies are achievable for bakers of all skill levels. Each cookie features a tender, melt-in-your-mouth dough paired with a vibrant fruit jam filling, creating a perfect balance of sweetness and texture. The addition of powdered sugar dusting gives them a beautiful, bakery-worthy finish. Ideal for holidays, teatime treats, or everyday indulgence, these cookies are as delicious as they are elegant. Ready in under an hour and yielding 24 cookies, this recipe is a must-try for anyone looking to explore traditional European desserts. Keywords: Hungarian cookies recipe, easy Hungarian cookies, beginner-friendly baking, homemade jam-filled cookies, European desserts.

Nutriscore Rating: 42/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:12 mins

Total Time:32 mins

Servings: 24

Ingredients

• 225 grams unsalted butter
• 100 grams granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon vanilla extract
• 300 grams all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 2 egg yolks
• 120 grams fruit jam (e.g., apricot, raspberry)
• 20 grams powdered sugar (for dusting)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, cream together the unsalted butter and granulated sugar until light and fluffy using a hand or stand mixer.

Step 3

Add the vanilla extract and egg yolks to the butter mixture and mix until combined.

Step 4

In a separate bowl, whisk together the all-purpose flour, baking powder, and salt.

Step 5

Gradually add the dry ingredients to the wet ingredients and mix until a soft dough forms.

Step 6

Divide the dough into two equal portions. Wrap each portion in plastic wrap and refrigerate for 30 minutes to firm up.

Step 7

Once chilled, roll out one portion of dough on a lightly floured surface to about 3-4 mm thickness.

Step 8

Cut out cookie shapes using a round or decorative cookie cutter. Place half of the cookies on the prepared baking sheet.

Step 9

Cut a small hole in the center of the remaining cookies (these will act as the tops). You can use a smaller round cutter or the tip of a piping nozzle for this.

Step 10

Bake the cookies (both tops and bottoms) in preheated oven for 10-12 minutes, or until the edges are lightly golden.

Step 11

Allow the cookies to cool completely on a wire rack.

Step 12

Spread a small amount of fruit jam onto the flat side of a cookie bottom. Gently press a cookie top (with the hole) onto the jam to create a sandwich.

Step 13

Repeat with the remaining cookies and jam.

Step 14

Dust the finished cookies with powdered sugar for a beautiful final touch.

Step 15

Serve immediately or store in an airtight container for up to one week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	690.8 grams (690.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3317

Total Fat 204.80g	263%
Saturated Fat 116.20g	581%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 867mg	289%
Sodium 1682mg	73%
Total Carbohydrate 352.80g	128%
Dietary Fiber 8.20g	29%
Total Sugars 121.40g
Protein 38.00g	76%

Vitamin D 37IU	183%
Calcium 135mg	10%
Iron 15mg	82%
Potassium 416mg	9%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 54.1%

Protein: 4.5%

Carbs: 41.4%