Oh yes 😍—Szilva Lekváros Papucs are classic Hungarian pastries: soft, slightly sweet, folded dough filled with tangy plum jam. They’re often dusted with powdered sugar and perfect with tea or coffee. “Papucs” literally means “slipper,” because of their folded, cozy shape.
Here’s a full recipe:
🥟 Szilva Lekváros Papucs – Hungarian Plum Jam Pastry
Ingredients
For the dough:
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2¼ tsp (1 packet) active dry yeast
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½ cup (120 ml) warm milk
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2 Tbsp sugar
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2½ cups (310 g) all-purpose flour
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¼ tsp salt
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2 Tbsp unsalted butter, melted
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1 large egg
For the filling:
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¾ cup (200 g) plum jam (lekvár) – thick and slightly tart
For finishing:
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1 egg, beaten (for egg wash)
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Powdered sugar, for dusting
Instructions
1. Prepare the yeast dough
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In a small bowl, combine warm milk, sugar, and yeast. Let sit 5–10 minutes until foamy.
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In a large bowl, mix flour and salt. Add yeast mixture, melted butter, and egg.
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Knead 5–7 minutes until smooth and elastic. Cover with a towel and let rise 1 hour, until doubled.
2. Shape the pastries
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Preheat oven to 350°F (175°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
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Punch down the dough and divide into 8–10 equal pieces.
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Roll each piece into a rectangle (~4×6 inches).
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Place about 1 Tbsp of plum jam near one end of the rectangle. Fold over the dough like a “slipper” (papucs), leaving edges sealed.
3. Egg wash and bake
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Brush each pastry with beaten egg.
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Bake 18–22 minutes, until golden brown.
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Cool slightly, then dust with powdered sugar.
Tips for Perfect Szilva Lekváros Papucs
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Jam consistency: Use thick plum jam to prevent soggy pastries.
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Sealing: Pinch edges tightly so jam doesn’t leak during baking.
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Optional add-ins: Sprinkle a few chopped walnuts or almonds inside with the jam for texture.
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Serving: Best enjoyed warm or same-day fresh, but they can be lightly reheated.
These pastries are soft, buttery, sweet with a tangy plum center—a classic Hungarian treat that’s surprisingly easy to make at home.
If you want, I can also give a quick shortcut version using ready-made puff pastry for even faster Szilva Lekváros Papucs