A true Hungarian classic, Meggyes Pite is a soft, buttery cake filled with slightly tart cherries—perfectly balanced with sweetness and a delicate crumb. It’s simple, nostalgic, and incredibly delicious.
🍰 Ingredients
🧁 Batter
- 3 eggs
- 150 g sugar
- 100 ml vegetable oil (or melted butter)
- 150 ml milk
- 250 g all-purpose flour
- 1 packet baking powder (≈10 g)
- 1 tsp vanilla sugar or extract
- Pinch of salt
🍒 Filling
- 400–500 g sour cherries (fresh or jarred, pitted & drained)
- 1–2 tbsp sugar (optional, depending on tartness)
- 1 tbsp flour or semolina (to absorb juice)
✨ Topping
- Powdered sugar for dusting
