Esterházy torta is a Hungarian cake (torte) named after Prince Paul III Anton Esterházy de Galántha (1786–1866), a member of the Esterházy dynasty and diplomat of the Austrian Empire. It was invented by Budapest confectioners in the late 19th century[1] and soon became one of the most famous cakes in the lands of the Austro-Hungarian Monarchy.[citation needed]
 Esterházy torta slice, served at a confectionery in Sopron | |
| Type | Cake |
|---|---|
| Place of origin | Hungary |
| Main ingredients | Almond meringue, buttercream |
Esterházy torta consists of buttercream spiced with cognac or vanilla, sandwiched between four and five layers of almond meringue (macaron) dough.[2] The torte is iced with a fondant glaze and decorated with a characteristic chocolate striped pattern.[3] There are, however, many different recipe variations. In Hungary, the original almonds have been entirely replaced by walnuts.[4]
Esterházy Schnitten
editA popular variant,[5] although not in Hungary, are Esterházy Schnitten: while a Torta is always of round shape, Schnitten are made in square shape. Other versions based on sponge cake or decorated with crystallized fruit also exist. Esterházy Schnitten is typically a very sweet cake.[5]
See also
editReferences
edit- ^ Monaco, Emily (March 3, 2016). "Top 5 Pastries to Try in Budapest". Paste. Retrieved February 4, 2017.
- ^ Maranan, E.B.; Goldstein, L.S.M. (2008). A taste of home: Pinoy expats and food memories. Anvil Pub. p. 43. ISBN 978-971-27-2037-6. Retrieved February 4, 2017.
... like Sans Rival, this torte is made up of stiff nut-meringue-like layers ...
- ^ Fercher, D.; Karrer, A.; Limbeck, K. (2013). Austrian Desserts and Pastries: 108 Classic Recipes. Skyhorse. p. 143. ISBN 978-1-62873-134-7. Retrieved February 4, 2017.
- ^ The Esterházy cake, Ruszwurm Confectionery
- ^ a b Fercher, D.; Karrer, A.; Limbeck, K. (2013). Austrian Desserts and Pastries: 108 Classic Recipes. Skyhorse. p. 113. ISBN 978-1-62873-134-7. Retrieved February 4, 2017.