Dobos Torte

For the chef, a perfectly prepared Dobos torte, one of the most popular classic cakes all over the world, is a great show of talent. Spreading hot sugar over a thin sponge layer is impressive in itself, but cutting the layer into precise pieces before the sugar hardens and cracks is even more of an accomplishment. Dobos torte is not a practical cake, however, because you must make many thin sponges. I use only 6, but Hungarian cookbooks refer to anywhere from 8 to 12. Also, the caramelized