πŸ‡­πŸ‡Ί Hungarian Fruit Squares

🍴 Instructions

1. Make the Dough

  1. In a bowl, whisk flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt.
  2. Add cold butter and rub into flour until crumbly.
  3. Add eggs, sour cream, and vanilla; mix until a soft dough forms.
  4. Divide dough in half.

2. Roll Out

  1. Preheat oven to 180Β°C (350Β°F).
  2. Roll each half into a rectangle about 1/4 inch thick.
  3. Place one sheet on a lined baking tray.

3. Add the Filling

  1. Spread jam evenly over the dough, leaving a small border.
  2. Place the second dough sheet on top.
  3. Press gently around the edges to seal slightly.

4. Bake

  • Bake for 22–28 minutes, or until lightly golden on top.

5. Cool and Cut

  1. Let cool completely.
  2. Dust generously with powdered sugar.
  3. Cut into squares or bars.

πŸ’‘ Tips for Best Results

  • Apricot and plum jams are the most traditional
  • Don’t use runny jam β€” it will leak
  • Chill dough briefly if too soft to roll
  • Dust while warm so sugar sticks better

🧊 Storage

  • Keeps 4–5 days at room temperature
  • Freezes up to 3 months

🍽️ Serving Ideas

Best with:

  • Tea or coffee
  • Hot chocolate
  • A scoop of vanilla ice cream

πŸ“ Variations

  • Add chopped walnuts under the jam
  • Use lemon jam for a bright, tangy version
  • Add cinnamon to plum jam for authentic flavor

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