Easy Layered Nut Squares (Gerbeaud Cake)

Easy Layered Nut Squares (Gerbeaud Cake) recipe pinit

Gerbeaud Cake is a traditional Hungarian dessert named after Emil Gerbeaud, a famous Hungarian confectioner.

This is vegetarian recipe. Dish can be prepared in 125 minutes. Recipe requires some culinary experience (medium difficulty). Number of ingredients: 10.

Difficulty: Intermediate Prep Time 30 min Cook Time 35 min Rest Time 60 min Total Time 2 hrs 5 mins
Servings: 12 Calories: 4200
Best Season: Suitable throughout the year

Ingredients

Instructions

  1. Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and line a baking dish with parchment paper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine the flour, butter, sugar, egg yolks, and vanilla extract. Mix until a dough forms.
  3. Divide the dough into two equal parts. Roll out one part and place it in the prepared baking dish.
  4. Spread the apricot jam evenly over the dough.
  5. In a separate bowl, mix the ground walnuts with a tablespoon of water. Spread the walnut mixture over the apricot jam.
  6. Roll out the remaining dough and place it on top of the walnut layer.
  7. Bake in the preheated oven for 35 minutes or until golden brown.
  8. Remove from the oven and let it cool completely.
  9. In a small saucepan, melt the dark chocolate with vegetable oil over low heat.
  10. Pour the melted chocolate over the cooled cake and spread it evenly.
  11. Allow the chocolate to set for about 1 hour.
  12. Cut into squares and serve.
Nutrition Facts

Servings 12


Amount Per Serving
Calories 350kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 22g34%
Total Carbohydrate 36g12%
Sugars 20g
Protein 4g8%

* The Percentage Daily Values are calculated from a 2,000 calorie diet. Your specific daily value may vary, depending on your individual calorie requirements.

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