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8
PersonsMedium
By Shaun Hill
Published 2000
Somloi is Hungary’s answer to sherry trifle. It’s very rich, so a small portion is all that’s needed, but as it’s not worth making just four portions at a time, this recipe will deliver somloi for eight. You can always invite more friends round if this is a problem, or eat it two days in succession.
First make the sponge. Heat the oven to 190°C (375°F/Gas 5). Whisk the eggs and sugar together to ribbon stage – when the mixture is thick enough to form a ribbon as the whisk is lifted. Fold in the flour. Transfer the mixture to a square cake tin