Few Hungarian desserts capture the charm of traditional home baking quite like Túrós Rétes, a delicate Hungarian strudel filled with creamy sweet cottage cheese and wrapped in layers of thin, flaky pastry. Finished with a generous dusting of powdered sugar, this classic dessert is crisp on the outside, soft and creamy inside, and wonderfully comforting.
Perfect with coffee or tea, Túrós Rétes is a beautiful example of Hungary’s rich pastry tradition.
What Is Túrós Rétes?
Túrós Rétes is a traditional Hungarian strudel made with thin pastry sheets and a sweet cottage cheese filling. The filling is typically flavored with sugar and vanilla, with lemon zest or raisins often added for extra character.
As the strudel bakes, the pastry becomes golden and crisp while the creamy filling sets into a soft, rich center.
Ingredients
For the Filling
2 cups farmer cheese or well-drained cottage cheese
