Loel’S Peach Kuchen

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Servings: 6 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A rustic German-style cake featuring a buttery crumb crust, juicy peaches, and a rich custard topping.
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Loel’S Peach Kuchen

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 6 Calories: 884.3

Description

This classic Peach Kuchen offers the perfect balance of textures, combining a tender, shortbread-like crust with soft, caramelized peaches and a velvety custard layer. The dish begins with a simple dough made from flour, butter, and sugar, which is pressed into a pan to form a sturdy base. Sliced peaches are arranged on top, sprinkled with cinnamon and sugar for warmth and sweetness. As it bakes, the fruit releases its juices, mingling with the poured custard of heavy cream and egg yolks to create a luscious, pudding-like topping. It is an ideal dessert for summer gatherings or cozy family dinners, requiring minimal effort for maximum flavor. Serve it warm from the oven for the best experience, allowing the aromas of cinnamon and baked fruit to fill the room.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 400&# 194;°F (200ðC).
  2. In a large bowl, sift together the flour, salt, baking powder, and 1/4 cup of the sugar.
  3. Add the softened butter to the dry ingredients and blend using a pastry cutter or your fingers until the mixture resembles fine crumbs.
  4. Press the crumb mixture firmly and evenly onto the bottom and slightly up the sides of a greased 8-inch square or 9-inch round baking pan.
  5. Arrange the sliced peaches in a single layer over the pastry base.
  6. Sprinkle the remaining 3/4 cup of sugar and the ground cinnamon evenly over the peaches.
  7. Place the pan in the oven and bake for 15 minutes to set the crust and warm the fruit.
  8. While the cake bakes, whisk the heavy cream and egg yolks together in a small bowl until smooth and well combined.
  9. Remove the pan from the oven and carefully pour the custard mixture evenly over the hot peaches.
  10. Return the pan to the oven and bake for an additional 30 minutes, or until the custard is set and golden brown.
  11. Allow the kuchen to cool slightly before serving warm or at room temperature.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 884.3kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 25.5g40%
Saturated Fat 15.5g78%
Cholesterol 64.5mg22%
Sodium 4922.4mg206%
Total Carbohydrate 151.3g51%
Dietary Fiber 3.2g13%
Sugars 60.4g
Protein 12.3g25%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Note

Store leftovers covered at room temperature for up to 2 days, or refrigerate for up to 4 days. Reheat gently in the oven or microwave before serving.

You can substitute peaches with other stone fruits like nectarines, plums, or apricots. For a nuttier flavor, add sliced almonds to the top before baking.

This dessert pairs beautifully with a dollop of whipped cream, vanilla ice cream, or a scoop of vanilla bean gelato.

Keywords: peach, kuchen, cake, dessert, baking, custard, fruit, german, summer, buttery, cinnamon, easy, family, oven, pastry
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