The “Fächertorte” (literally “fan cake” in German) isn’t originally Hungarian by name, but it can be found in Austro-Hungarian baking traditions. It’s a layered cake with a fan-like or spiral appearance, often made with multiple thin cake layers, rich cream fillings, and sometimes topped with chocolate glaze or powdered sugar. In Hungary, a similar cake might be referred to with a Hungarian name, or as part of Esterházy, Dobos, or other layered tortes that were influenced by Austro-Hungarian patisserie.
A basic version of a Fächertorte (Fan Cake) might include:
Ingredients:
- 6 eggs
- 200g sugar
- 200g flour
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1 tsp baking powder
- 500ml heavy cream
- 100g powdered sugar
- 100g dark chocolate (for glaze)
- Optional: ground nuts, fruit preserves