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: 200g (7 oz.) unsalted butter, softened; 100g (3.5 oz.) white sugar; 1 egg; finely grated zest of 1 lemon; a pinch of salt; 300g (10.5 oz.) plain or all-purpose flour; ¼ tsp baking powder; 6 eggs, egg yolks and whites separated; 150g (5.25 oz.) white sugar; 100g (3.5 oz.) unsalted butter, softened; juice and finely grated zest of 1 lemon; 5 Tbsp plain or all-purpose flour; 750g (26 oz.) low-fat Quark (see notes for substitution); 200ml (6.75 oz.) 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: Tue, 12 Mar 2024 17:46:23 GMT