Flódni

Name: Flódni
Prep time: 45 min
Cook time: 50 min
Total time: 95 min
Yield: 12 servings
Cuisine: Hungarian
Ingredients: 3 cups all-purpose flour; 1/2 cup granulated sugar; 6 tbsp unsalted butter, softened; 2 egg yolks; 1/4 tsp salt; 2 lbs granny smith apples, peeled, cored, sliced thin; 1/2 cup plum jam; 2/3 cup ground walnuts; 1/2 cup poppy seeds; 1/4 cup whole milk; 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon; 1/4 cup powdered sugar (for dusting)

A Hungarian jewel featuring four distinct layers: apple, plum, walnut, and poppy seed filling between tender pastry. Complex, impressive, and deeply satisfying.

95 minHardServes 12480 cal/serving

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Ingredients

3 cups all-purpose flour
1/2 cup granulated sugar
6 tbsp unsalted butter, softened
2 egg yolks
1/4 tsp salt
2 lbs granny smith apples, peeled, cored, sliced thin
1/2 cup plum jam
2/3 cup ground walnuts
1/2 cup poppy seeds
1/4 cup whole milk
1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
1/4 cup powdered sugar (for dusting)

Instructions

1

Preheat oven to 350°F. In a bowl, combine 3 cups all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup granulated sugar, and 1/4 tsp salt. Cut in 6 tbsp unsalted butter, softened until resembling breadcrumbs. Mix in 2 egg yolks until dough forms. Divide into 4 equal portions, wrap, and chill 30 minutes.
2

Prepare fillings: Toss 2 lbs peeled, cored, sliced thin granny smith apples with 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon. Have 1/2 cup plum jam, 2/3 cup ground walnuts, and 1/2 cup poppy seeds ready.
3

Roll out first dough portion to fit a 9x13 baking dish. Layer into dish. Spread apples evenly on top.
4

Roll out second portion, layer it, spread jam on top.
5

Roll out third portion, layer it, spread walnuts mixed with 1 tbsp sugar on top.
6

Roll out final portion, layer on top. Brush with 1/4 cup whole milk.
7

Bake 45-50 minutes until golden brown and a toothpick inserted through all layers comes out clean.
8

Cool to room temperature. Dust generously with 1/4 cup powdered sugar (for dusting) before serving. Cut into squares.

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Questions

What oven temperature does Flódni need?

For Flódni, the oven is set to 350 F (about 175 C) in step 1. The longest stretch at that heat is 50 minutes, in step 7.

Is there a substitute for powdered sugar in Flódni?

The entry for Flódni calls for 1/4 cup powdered sugar (for dusting). In its place: Blend granulated sugar with a teaspoon of cornstarch per cup until fine.

Can I make Flódni dairy-free?

Yes. The dairy in Flódni is 6 tbsp unsalted butter, softened, 1/4 cup whole milk. Swap the butter for olive oil where it melts, or a plant-based block butter where it is creamed; the milk for unsweetened oat or soy milk. The richness shifts slightly, but the method does not change.

Is Flódni vegan?

No, though it is vegetarian. What keeps it from vegan is 6 tbsp unsalted butter, softened, 1/4 cup whole milk and 2 egg yolks. For fully plant-based entries, see the vegan dessert collection.

Does Flódni contain tree nuts?

Yes: 2/3 cup ground walnuts. The full allergen list for this entry is gluten, dairy, eggs and tree nuts. Where the nuts are a garnish or a texture, toasted sunflower or pumpkin seeds stand in. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

How many calories are in Flódni?

One serving (the recipe makes 12) is about 480 calories, with 8 g protein, 62 g carbohydrate and 22 g fat, plus 3 g fiber and 180 mg sodium.

Can I make Flódni ahead?

Yes, it takes well to being made ahead. Store Flódni airtight: two to three days at room temperature or up to a week refrigerated. It freezes for up to two months; thaw at room temperature.

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