Classic German Cheesecake (Käsekuchen)

Name: Classic German Cheesecake (Käsekuchen)
Prep time: 30 min
Cook time: 50 min
Total time: 1 h 20 min
Cuisine: German
Ingredients: 200 g unsalted butter (softened); 100 g white sugar; 1 egg; zest of 1 lemon (finely grated); a pinch of salt; 300 g plain or all-purpose flour; ¼ tsp baking powder; 6 eggs (egg yolks and whites separated); 150 g white sugar; 100 g unsalted butter (softened); juice and finely grated zest of 1 lemon; 5 Tbsp plain or all-purpose flour; 750 g low-fat Quark ( (see notes for substitution)); 200 ml heavy whipping cream; 1 Tbsp powdered or icing sugar; fresh fruit (eg: berries, mandarins, cherries)

Instructions

Prep:30minCook:50min

Perfectly tangy, light and fluffy, a traditional German cheesecake or 'Käsekuchen' is a true baker's delight. My tried and tested recipe works every time and is ideal for serving with coffee or as a dessert.

Updated at: Fri, 28 Mar 2025 06:04:58 GMT