Waffle cake (Pischinger)
8 servings
60 minutes
Pischinger wafer cake is a refined dessert originating from Austrian cuisine. It consists of thin wafer layers generously soaked in delicate chocolate cream, condensed milk, and fruit jam, creating a harmonious blend of sweetness and textures. Walnuts add a subtle crunch, while chocolate deepens the flavor. This cake is a popular treat for festive occasions and cozy family gatherings. It's convenient to prepare in advance as it becomes even tastier after cooling. Legend has it that the recipe was inspired by Viennese pastry traditions that aimed for perfection in combining simplicity and elegance.
1
Beat the egg yolks and sugar with a mixer.
- Egg yolk: 6 pieces
- Sugar: 70 g
2
Melt the butter and chocolate in a water bath, slightly cool it down. Combine the chocolate and egg mixture, add nuts, and mix.
- Butter: 200 g
- Dark chocolate: 140 g
- Crushed walnuts: 1 glass
3
Alternate spreading the waffles (better to use wide ones) with chocolate cream, condensed milk cream, jam, and continue until they run out.
- Waffles: 8 pieces
- Dulce de leche (boiled condensed milk): 200 g
- Apricot jam: 400 g
4
Press the finished cake with a heavy object and cool it in the refrigerator. Before serving, cut it into slices with a sharp knife.