Kirschkuchen mit Streusel
Indulge in the delightful flavors of Kirschkuchen mit Streusel, a classic German cherry cake that features a moist base topped with crunchy streusel. This versatile dessert can be made with fresh or jarred cherries, making it perfect for any occasion, from summer picnics to cozy winter gatherings. The addition of marzipan elevates this cake’s charm, catering to sweet lovers everywhere. Whether served warm with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or enjoyed plain alongside your morning coffee, this cake is sure to impress your guests and satisfy your cravings.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: 12 servings 1x
- Category: Dessert
- Method: Baking
- Cuisine: German
Ingredients
Scale
- 200 g flour (Type 405)
- 100 g butter (high-quality)
- 50 g sugar
- 1 egg
- 750 g fresh pitted cherries
- For streusel: 150 g flour, 100 g sugar, 75 g butter, optional marzipan
Instructions
- Preheat the oven to 180°C (350°F) and prepare a baking pan.
- In a large bowl, mix flour and sugar. Add cold butter, egg, and vanilla sugar to form a smooth dough.
- Press the dough into the bottom of the prepared pan and evenly distribute the pitted cherries on top.
- For the streusel: Combine flour, sugar, butter, optional marzipan, and vanilla sugar until crumbly.
- Sprinkle streusel over the cherries and bake for about 25 minutes or until golden brown.
- Allow to cool before slicing and serving.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 slice (85g)
- Calories: 270
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 120mg
- Fat: 12g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 36g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 3g
- Cholesterol: 40mg
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