Somlói Galuska (Hungarian Trifle)
Layers of sponge, vanilla custard and chocolate sauce topped with whipped cream, the favourite Hungarian dessert.
- Time1 hr 15
- LevelMedium
- Costabout £0.47 a head
Cost is worked out from Aldi and Tesco shelf prices in October 2026. Your shop and brands will differ.
Ingredients
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Method
- 1
Whisk the yolks, sugar and cornflour with a splash of milk. Heat the rest of the milk until steaming and pour over, whisking.
- 2
Return to the pan and stir on a low heat for 5 minutes until thick. Stir in the vanilla and cool.
5 min - 3
Melt the chopped chocolate with the double cream to make a glossy sauce.
- 4
Layer the sponge cubes in a large glass bowl, sprinkling each layer with rum if using, then custard.
- 5
Pour the chocolate sauce over and chill for at least 1 hour.
60 min - 6
Whip the whipping cream to soft peaks, spread over the top and finish with grated chocolate.
Double check before you cook. Recipes can contain mistakes. Any diet labels come from the ingredients as written in this recipe and are a guide, not a guarantee. Always check every ingredient and the packet label for allergens and cross contamination, and ask your doctor or dietitian what is right for you, especially with coeliac disease, diabetes or a serious allergy. This is not medical advice.