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Kaesekuchen/ Cheesecake

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This classic German Kaesekuchen features a light, airy filling made from strained cottage cheese (quark) and sour cream, distinct from dense New York-style cheesecakes. The batter is brightened with lemon zest and vanilla, and studded with plump raisins for a delightful textural contrast. It is baked in a buttery, crumbly shortcrust pastry and topped with grated almonds, making it a sophisticated and comforting dessert best enjoyed at room temperature.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 10
Calories: 1229.8
Dietary: Vegetarian
Description
This classic German Kaesekuchen features a light, airy filling made from strained cottage cheese (quark) and sour cream, distinct from dense New York-style cheesecakes. The batter is brightened with lemon zest and vanilla, and studded with plump raisins for a delightful textural contrast. It is baked in a buttery, crumbly shortcrust pastry and topped with grated almonds, making it a sophisticated and comforting dessert best enjoyed at room temperature.
Ingredients
  • 3 cup Cottage cheese
  • 1 cup Sour cream
  • 1 cup Sugar
  • 4 Whole Eggs
  • 1/2 Lemon; grated peel
  • 1/4 teaspoon Vanilla
  • 1 cup Raisins
  • 1/2 cup Cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon Flour
  • 1 teaspoon Baking soda
  • 1/2 cup Almonds; grated
Directions
  1. 1
    Preheat oven to 375F (190C). Grease a 9-inch springform pan or cake tin.
  2. 2
    For the crust, mix 2 cups flour, 1/2 cup sugar, 1/4 lb softened butter, 1 egg, a pinch of salt, and 1 teaspoon baking powder on a floured surface.
  3. 3
    Knead the crust ingredients into a supple dough. Roll out the dough and line the bottom and sides of the prepared cake tin. Chill the lined pan for 20 minutes to firm up the butter.
  4. 4
    In a large bowl, combine the cottage cheese and sour cream. Beat until smooth.
  5. 5
    Add the sugar, eggs, grated lemon peel, and vanilla to the cheese mixture. Mix well.
  6. 6
    Fold in the raisins and cornstarch.
  7. 7
    In a small separate bowl, mix the flour and baking soda. Add this dry mixture to the batter and stir until just combined.
  8. 8
    Pour the filling into the chilled crust-lined pan. Sprinkle the grated almonds evenly over the top.
  9. 9
    Bake for approximately 1 hour, or until the top is golden brown and the center is set.
  10. 10
    Remove from oven and let the cake cool completely in a warm place. Do not refrigerate before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 10

Amount Per Serving
Calories 1229.8kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 51.0g79%
Saturated Fat 17.6g89%
Cholesterol 616.5mg206%
Sodium 864.3mg37%
Total Carbohydrate 152.9g51%
Dietary Fiber 6.1g25%
Sugars 114.9g
Protein 49.2g99%

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

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