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Rich Hungarian Somlói Galuska

Name: Rich Hungarian Somlói Galuska
Prep time: 50 min
Cook time: 150 min
Total time: 200 min
Yield: 8 servings
Cuisine: Dessert
Ingredients: 4 large eggs, separated; 100g granulated sugar; 100g all-purpose flour, sifted; 1 tsp vanilla extract; 500 ml whole milk; 4 large egg yolks; 100g granulated sugar; 40g cornstarch; 1 tsp vanilla bean paste; 100 ml water; 50g sugar; 50 ml dark rum; 150g walnuts, finely chopped; 100g dark chocolate, melted; 200ml whipping cream, whipped to stiff peaks

A delectable Hungarian dessert featuring layers of fluffy sponge cake soaked with rum-infused syrup, layered with rich custard, walnuts, and chocolate sauce.

4.5(271 reviews)

·By Ethan Brooks·September 19, 2025

Rich Hungarian Somlói Galuska — Dessert served and photographed from above

Prep

50 min

Cook

2 h 30 min

Difficulty

Intermediate

Serves

Ingredients

Servings

For the Sponge Cake

For the Vanilla Custard

For the Syrup

For the Garnish & Filling

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories: 591 kcal
Protein: 11.75 g
Carbs: 56.88 g
Fat: 33 g
Fiber: 2.13 g

Whole recipe

Total

Calories: 4727 kcal
Protein: 94 g
Carbs: 455 g
Fat: 264 g
Fiber: 17 g

Breakdown by ingredient▾

Ingredient	Cal	P	C	F	Fib
4 large eggs, separated	280	24	2	20	0
100g granulated sugar	400	0	100	0	0
100g all-purpose flour, sifted	364	10	76	1	3
1 tsp vanilla extract	12	0	1	0	0
500 ml whole milk	310	16	24	16	0
4 large egg yolks	218	10	2	18	0
100g granulated sugar	400	0	100	0	0
40g cornstarch	150	0	37	0	0
1 tsp vanilla bean paste	12	0	1	0	0
100 ml water	0	0	0	0	0
50g sugar	200	0	50	0	0
50 ml dark rum	115	0	0	0	0
150g walnuts, finely chopped	981	24	10	98	7
100g dark chocolate, melted	535	6	46	39	7
200ml whipping cream, whipped to stiff peaks	690	4	6	72	0

These calculations are estimates, not dietary advice.

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Preparing the Sponge Cake

1
Prepare the Oven and Pan
Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F). Line a baking tray with parchment paper.
2
Mix Egg Yolks and Sugar
Beat egg yolks with half of the sugar until light and creamy. Fold in vanilla extract.
3
Whip Egg Whites and Combine
Whip egg whites to soft peaks, gradually adding the remaining sugar. Gently fold the meringue into the yolk mixture, then fold in the flour.
4
Bake the Sponge
Spread the batter evenly on the tray and bake for 12-15 minutes. Let cool completely.

Crafting the Vanilla Custard

1
Heat the Milk
In a saucepan, bring milk to a simmer. In a bowl, whisk together egg yolks, sugar, and cornstarch.
2
Combine Milk and Eggs
Gradually add hot milk to the egg mixture while whisking. Return mixture to the saucepan.
3
Cook and Thicken
Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until thickened. Stir in vanilla paste and let cool.
Tip: Ensure the custard does not boil, or it will curdle. Cover custard surface with cling film to prevent skin from forming as it cools.

How to Make Rich Hungarian Somlói Galuska

Total time: 3 h 20 min · Yields 8 servings

1
Layer the Galuska
Place the first layer of sponge in a dish, drizzle generously with syrup, spread a layer of custard, and sprinkle chopped walnuts.
2
Add Whipped Cream and Chocolate
Cover the top layer with whipped cream and drizzle liberally with melted chocolate.