Kossuth Kifli (Hungarian Cakey Cookie Aka Half Moon

Name: Kossuth Kifli (Hungarian Cakey Cookie Aka Half Moons)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 cup unsalted butter, plus; extra unsalted butter, for pan; 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar; 8 eggs, separated; 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract; 1 grated lemon, rind of; 1 lemon, juice of; 2 teaspoons baking powder; 1 2/3 cups flour, plus; extra flour, for pan; 1 1/2 cups finely chopped walnuts; powdered sugar, for garnish

Servings: persons

1 cup unsalted butter, plus
extra unsalted butter, for pan
1 1/2 cups granulated sugar
8 eggs, separated
1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 grated lemon, rind of
1 lemon, juice of
2 teaspoons baking powder
1 2/3 cups flour, plus
extra flour, for pan
1 1/2 cups finely chopped walnuts
powdered sugar, for garnish

1
Preheat oven to 350 degrees.
2
Butter and flour bottom and sides of a 9-by 13-inch cake pan.
3
In a large bowl, using an electric mixer on medium speed, cream together butter and granulated sugar.
4
Add egg yolks, one at a time, and beat until fluffy.
5
Add vanilla, lemon rind and lemon juice and beat to combine.
6
Gradually add in baking powder and flour.
7
In a medium bowl using electric mixer on high speed (with clean beaters), beat egg whites until stiff.
8
Fold egg whites into batter.
9
Gently spread batter into prepared pan.
10
Evenly sprinkle top with finely chopped walnuts and bake 25 to 30 minutes.
11
Remove to a wire rack.
12
Cool until cake shrinks away from sides of pan (about 15 minutes).
13
With a small round biscuit cutter (or a glass), periodically dipped in powdered sugar, cut one circle (don't remove it), then cut another circle halfway down the first one, making two crescents and one oval scrap.
14
Remove from pan and repeat (you can eat the oval scraps;).
15
Cool crescents completely and dust with powdered sugar.
16
Store in a tightly covered container for up to 2 days.

1471

kcal

Calories

Fat

128

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Preheat the oven fully and bake on the middle rack for the most even results.
Check for doneness a few minutes early — a toothpick in the center should come out with just a few moist crumbs.
Let it cool before slicing so it sets properly and holds its shape.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Leave out the nuts to make it nut-free, or swap in seeds for a similar crunch.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 cup unsalted butter, plus, extra unsalted butter, for pan, 1 1/2 cups granulated sugar, 8 eggs, separated, and more.

Yes, Kossuth Kifli (Hungarian Cakey Cookie Aka Half Moons) falls under the Baking & Desserts category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store in an airtight container at room temperature for up to 3–5 days. For longer storage, freeze for up to 3 months — no need to refrigerate or reheat.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Kossuth Kifli (Hungarian Cakey Cookie Aka Half Moons)

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Variations & substitutions

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