Grandma's legendary šuhajdy: A delicious treat that's suitable not only for Christmas recept

Name: Grandma's legendary šuhajdy: A delicious treat that's suitable not only for Christmas
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 6
Ingredients: 150 g cooking chocolate; 50 g vegetable fat (Cera); 100 g ground nuts; 5 tablespoons powdered sugar (to taste); 2 to 3 tablespoons juice from the compote; rum or rum essence to taste

Easy to prepare
6 portions
30 minutes

Jan, 16. 12. 2025

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Šuhajdy are among the classic Czechoslovak sweets that many families associate with Christmas. This recipe has been tried and tested over the years and is one of those that are made again and again – not only during the holidays. The combination of quality chocolate, nut filling and a delicate rum aroma is simply irresistible.

For 6 portions

Ingredients

150 g cooking chocolate
50 g vegetable fat (Cera)
100 g ground nuts
5 tablespoons powdered sugar (to taste)
2 to 3 tablespoons juice from the compote
rum or rum essence to taste

Preparation procedure

In a bowl, mix the ground nuts, powdered sugar, compote juice and rum. Create a thick, moldable nut filling.
Melt the chocolate with the vegetable fat in a water bath until smooth.
Pour a little melted chocolate into paper cups, add the nut filling and then cover with another layer of chocolate.
Let them set thoroughly in a cool place, ideally for several hours.

Total preparation time: 30 minutes

Number of servings: approx. 20 pieces

Conclusion

Šuhajdy are an ideal option for a quick sweet that is prepared without baking and yet tastes like a luxury praline. Thanks to the rum used, they acquire a pronounced and unmistakable flavor. We recommend making them outside the holidays as well – they work well as a small sweet reward with afternoon coffee or as a homemade edible gift.