Lekvár

Lekvár is a very thick and rich Hungarian spread made from fruits such as apricots, cherries, and prunes. Its thickness makes it perfectly suitable for filling cookies and kiflis, as it does not run out on the sides. Traditionally, the fruit spread is prepared in autumn, when the fruits have ripened enough to be transformed into a jam.

It is usually made at home, then stored in airtight jars. Lekvár is a popular filling for traditional Hungarian pancakes called palacsinta, although it can also be spread on a slice of bread and consumed as an afternoon snack or a sweet treat.